China's Employment Contract Law (ECL), which governs relationships between employers and employees, took effect on Jan. 1, 2008. However, it has become apparent over the years that there are gaps in the ECL and related regulations that create uncertainty in their application.
Recent Guidance on China's Employment Law
The Supreme People's Court, the highest court in China that issues guidance on the application of Chinese law, recently provided a set of clarifications to the Employment Contract Law.
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