- What is new: Merger control is becoming increasingly more complex as policy and geopolitical priorities shift across the globe.
- Why it matters: These developments increase the unpredictability of multijurisdictional...more
7/24/2025
/ Antitrust Provisions ,
Asia Pacific ,
Competition ,
Cross-Border ,
Economic Growth ,
EU ,
Geopolitical Risks ,
Investment ,
Jurisdiction ,
Merger Reviews ,
Mergers ,
Regulatory Agenda ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Remedies ,
State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) ,
UK ,
UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) ,
United States
Even if U.S.-China relations become less predictable after President-elect Trump returns to office, we expect that China’s merger control authority, SAMR, will continue to review and approve most deals, including those...more
Skadden is proud to present our newest podcast, Fierce Competition. Hosted by our global antitrust/competition team, the podcast explores antitrust policy and enforcement around the world, including the latest developments...more
China’s merger clearance authority plays a critical role in global M&A, even for deals that have few obvious ties to China. Particularly in the technology area, China is often the last hurdle to clear. Moreover, unlike those...more
12/20/2022
/ Acquisitions ,
Anti-Monopoly ,
Antitrust Division ,
Capital Markets ,
China ,
Competition ,
EU ,
Global Dealmaking ,
Investment ,
Investors ,
Joint Venture ,
Mergers ,
National Security ,
State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR)
The proliferation of U.S. sanctions and other regulations affecting cross-border transactions has implications for directors, who may be personally liable for violations in some cases. Meanwhile, the Securities and Exchange...more
12/9/2022
/ Anti-Monopoly ,
Board Meetings ,
Board of Directors ,
China ,
Competition ,
Compliance ,
Corporate Counsel ,
Corporate Entities ,
Corporate Governance ,
Corporate Minutes ,
Corporate Officers ,
Cybersecurity ,
Disclosure ,
Documentation ,
Enforcement Actions ,
Environmental Social & Governance (ESG) ,
Exports ,
Financial Fraud ,
Financial Reporting ,
Foreign Policy ,
Joint Venture ,
Market Abuse ,
Merger Controls ,
Money Laundering ,
Non-GAAP Financial Measures ,
Revenue ,
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ,
State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) ,
US Trade Policies