Core Insights - The seminar titled "Trade Compliance 'Pitfall Guide' - From Policy Interpretation to Practical Implementation, Responding to Sanctions and Supply Chain Compliance Risks" was successfully held by King & Wood Mallesons and LCOUNCIL in Beijing, attracting nearly 100 corporate legal and compliance professionals [1] - The evolving global trade landscape presents challenges such as sanction risks, supply chain restructuring pressures, and export control challenges, making compliance a critical issue for international business survival and development [1] Group 1: Opening Remarks - Xu Ping, Managing Partner of King & Wood Mallesons, emphasized the need for companies to systematically review their equity, business, and supply chain structures in light of increasing geopolitical and supply chain risks [2] - She introduced the recently published "Overseas Greenfield Investment Legal and Practical Guide," which provides practical guidance for risk identification and rights protection during the overseas expansion process [2] Group 2: Keynote Presentations - Jing Yunfeng, Partner at King & Wood Mallesons, reviewed key dynamics and enforcement trends in U.S. sanctions and export controls for 2025, advocating for a proactive risk assessment mechanism [3] - Yao Lijuan, Partner at King & Wood Mallesons, discussed strategies for global investment layout and supply chain adjustments, highlighting the importance of optimizing structures for risk diversification and business resilience [3] - Zheng Yinying, Partner at King & Wood Mallesons, focused on recent enforcement trends in China's export controls, emphasizing the core requirements of the legal framework and the importance of local compliance [3] - Hou Peng, Partner in the Dispute Resolution Department, analyzed representative cases of counter-sanction litigation, providing insights on how companies can use legal tools to defend their rights against unfair sanctions [3] Group 3: Interactive Session - Participants engaged in in-depth discussions with lawyers about specific challenges faced in their businesses, finding the seminar's content practical and comprehensive [4] - The seminar showcased King & Wood Mallesons' expertise and leading position in cross-border compliance, international trade, and dispute resolution [4] - The firm aims to continue supporting businesses in identifying risks and seizing opportunities in uncertain environments [4]