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SCLA Legal Observatory
Follow legal developments in China, Switzerland and the European Union. Understand what has changed, who may be affected and why it matters for cross-border cooperation, responsible business and public rights. Every explanation connects you to its original sources.
The General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China outlines customs clearance procedures and document requirements for unaccompanied baggage belonging to long-term non-resident passengers, individuals settling down in China, and Chinese resident…
Regulatory guidance4 October 2026
The European Securities and Markets Authority and the Euribor College of Supervisors confirmed that the upcoming withdrawal of Spain-based Cecabank from the Euribor panel on 30 September 2026 does not pose a risk to…
Regulatory guidance4 October 2026
The CPC Central Committee and the State Council of the PRC have jointly issued guidelines to enhance social work, expand community-level governance under the 'Fengqiao Experience', and strengthen Party building in new economic entities.
Regulatory guidance4 October 2026
The Cyberspace Administration of China has deployed a 'Qinglang' campaign targeting fake personas in short videos across five key areas, imposing stricter enforcement on content creators, MCNs, and video platforms.
Regulatory guidance4 October 2026
The European Banking Authority has published its 2027 Work Programme, setting strategic priorities around efficiency, resilience, and transformation, while pursuing key financial regulatory frameworks across the European Union.
Regulatory guidance4 October 2026
The European Data Protection Board has launched a dedicated contact form allowing stakeholders to report divergences in GDPR interpretation across European authorities, operationalising commitments from the EDPB Helsinki Statement.
Regulatory guidance3 October 2026
The General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China outlines definitions, personal quantity limits, prohibited items, and administrative licensing requirements for importing and exporting printed, audio, and video materials by mail.
Rules in force3 October 2026
This article outlines the customs clearance procedures and statutory requirements set by the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China (GACC) for international passengers entering or leaving mainland China.
Regulatory guidance3 October 2026
On December 18, 2024, the Smart Customs Community Portal was launched on the World Customs Organization official website with support from China Customs and funding from the Customs Cooperation Fund of China. The portal…
Status unclear3 October 2026
China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has released statements and news updates spanning July to September 2026 covering China-U.S. tariff consultations, U.S. sanctions countermeasures, China-EU trade issues, and new bilateral economic agreements.
Status unclear3 October 2026
The State Council of the People's Republic of China has approved a plan to expand domestic and inbound consumption during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026–2030), setting a target of approximately 60 trillion yuan…
Regulatory guidance3 October 2026
The General Office of the State Council of the PRC has made public an action plan targeting water pollution in rivers, ponds, ditches, and industrial parks near communities, extending environmental oversight to counties, rural…
Regulatory guidance3 October 2026
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