China HR Law
Guides, compliance updates and legal resources for HR in China.
Law of the People's Republic of China on Labor Dispute Mediation and Arbitration
The Law of the People's Republic of China on Labor Dispute Mediation and Arbitration, effective May 1, 2008, establishes the legal framework for resolving labor disputes through mediation and arbitration before litigation. It covers mediation procedures, arbitration commission composition, filing requirements, hearing processes, award enforcement, and the right to pursue court action — with arbitration provided free of charge.
Trade Union Law of the People's Republic of China
The Trade Union Law of the People's Republic of China establishes the legal framework governing the organization, rights, and responsibilities of trade unions — led by the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU). It covers union establishment rights, collective bargaining, worker representation, fund management, and legal liabilities for violations by both employers and union staff.
Decision of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress on Implementing the Gradual Delay of the Statutory Retirement Age
The Standing Committee of the National People's Congress has adopted a landmark decision to gradually raise China's statutory retirement age — the first such reform in decades. The decision introduces phased adjustments for male and female workers, special provisions for hazardous occupations, flexible early/delayed retirement options, and a coordinated elderly care and childcare service framework.
Social Insurance Law of the People's Republic of China
The Social Insurance Law of the People's Republic of China establishes the legal framework for the country's five core social insurance programs — basic pension, basic medical, work-related injury, unemployment, and maternity insurance. Effective July 1, 2011, it defines contribution obligations, benefit entitlements, fund management rules, and legal liabilities for employers, employees, and government agencies alike.
Interpretation of the Compliance Guidelines for Enterprises Implementing Non-Compete Restrictions by Officials from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security
Officials from China's Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security answer key questions on non-compete restrictions — who they apply to, compensation rules, liquidated damages, and how disputes are resolved.
Organization Department of the Central Committee: Authoritative Replies to 37 Questions Regarding the Verification of Cadre Personnel Files
Authoritative answers to 37 frequently asked questions on verifying cadre personnel files in China — covering the "three ages, two calendars, one identity," academic credential authentication, work experience, and cadre status determination.
Labor Contract Law of the People's Republic of China
The full text of the Labor Contract Law of the People's Republic of China, governing employment contracts between employers and workers in China.
Is It Legal to Calculate Overtime Pay Based on "Basic Position Salary"? — Court Ruling
A Beijing court ruled that calculating overtime pay based on "basic position salary" rather than actual average salary violates labor law. Learn what this means for HR professionals and employers.