张华薇：外国律师可能一星期不回邮件，中国律师可以做到24小时开机

Group 1 - The "2025 China Enterprises Going Global Summit" was held in Shenzhen, focusing on providing a high-end platform for Chinese companies to address challenges in international expansion amidst global industrial chain restructuring [1] - The summit aimed to facilitate resource connection, dialogue on rules, and intellectual exchange to explore paths for ecological win-win transformation [1] Group 2 - Zhang Huawai, a legal expert, highlighted that the biggest challenge for Chinese companies going global is insufficient understanding of compliance systems, which, while costly to establish, is a necessary investment compared to potential future risks [3] - Significant differences in legal systems across countries can lead to increased legal risks for domestic companies operating abroad, as commercial practices may take precedence over written contract terms in common law jurisdictions [3] - Cultural differences between Chinese and foreign companies can complicate legal challenges, with foreign lawyers potentially being less responsive than their Chinese counterparts [3] Group 3 - Zhang emphasized that compliance system costs are non-negotiable, citing a case where a company faced substantial fines in Germany due to inadequate investigation of environmental regulations [4] - Companies must conduct thorough due diligence on environmental, labor, and intellectual property issues before expanding internationally to mitigate legal risks [4] - Proper country-specific investigations and adherence to local laws during operations are crucial for maximizing development benefits abroad [4]