Roberto Gilardino, Regional Partner at Horizons Corporate Advisory, brings over 30 years of experience in corporate and international law to his role overseeing activities across North Asia and the APAC and CIS regions. Based in downtown Shanghai, he leads a team of agile and skilled professionals dedicated to delivering nimble, highly specialized solutions tailored to the complex needs of international-minded enterprises.His extensive expertise in corporate governance, strategy, and shareholder protection allows him to guide clients through the intricacies of cross-border transactions, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures involving China, Russia, Southeast Asia, and beyond.As a senior partner and cross-border specialist, Roberto has successfully facilitated numerous high-profile transactions while developing strategic partnerships with organizations like the China Collaborative Group and the Korea-Europe Exchange Group to promote cultural and business exchange. Fluent in Italian, English, Mandarin, Korean and Japanese, he fosters effective communication and negotiation with diverse stakeholders, ensuring his clients receive the best cross-border assistance available and achieve global results.Outside the office, Roberto finds joy in exploring new cultures through travel, art, and culinary experiences, often sharing these adventures with family and friends, which enriches his perspective and fuels his passion for international collaboration. Through his mission to erase traditional boundaries, Roberto remains committed to providing clients with unique insights and strategies in the complex landscape of global business.

• 1 Introduction. 2 Types of Foreign Direct Investment Entities 1979–2019.  3 Wholly Foreign-owned Enterprises.  4 Foreign Investment Commercial Enterprises.  5 Sino-foreign Equity Joint Ventures.  6 Current: Foreign-investment Law.  7 Company Law. 8 Contracts. 9 Labour.  10 Employment of Foreigners. 11 Basic Accounting. 12 China Tax 2022. 13 Intellectual Property Rights. 14 Technology Transfer. 15 Cyber, Data and Personal Information Protection Laws.  16 and Export Control Law.