Zhiheng News | Exploring the road of corporate globalization compliance - the seminar "Going to sea VS going out of the full link compliance strategy" was successfully held
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On the afternoon of November 27, 2025, the seminar titled “Comprehensive Compliance Strategy for Going Global vs. Avoiding Failure” was successfully held. The event was hosted by Zhiheng (Shanghai) Law Firm and guided by the Pudong New Area One-Stop Service Center for Enterprises Expanding Overseas, an agency under the Administration Committee of the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone.
This event brought together numerous seasoned professionals from the legal, financial, and consulting sectors, including Wang Yue, General Manager of the Pudong New Area Comprehensive Service Center for Enterprises Going Global; Yu Yihui, Senior Manager at PwC; Qian Xiaoyan, Senior Vice President at DBS Bank; Ying Gu, Compliance Officer at XTransfer; Pan Lingji, Chief Representative for Southeast Asia at the Asia-Pacific International Arbitration Centre; Attorney Sha Jun, Senior Partner in Equity Law at Zhiheng (Shanghai); and Luo Yuting, a commercial and international lawyer. The keynote speakers were…Engage in in-depth discussions on key topics such as compliance governance and risk management in the process of Chinese enterprises expanding overseas.，Numerous corporate clients and lawyers participated, and the atmosphere at the event was very lively.
Host: Huang Kaiyin
Opening Remarks
At the outset of the event, General Manager Wang Yue, as the representative of the guiding organization, warmly welcomed all the guests in attendance. She stated that as Chinese enterprises increasingly expand overseas, it is becoming ever more crucial to establish a systematic and compliant service framework.
Keynote Speech
Manager Yu Yihui focused onGovernance First, Cultural Deep Dive: Chinese Enterprises Going GlobalIt was pointed out that Chinese enterprises’ global expansion has entered a new era of large-scale internationalization, facing multiple challenges such as unclear division of responsibilities and lack of transparency in information. She proposed that a systematic control framework should be established across three key dimensions—governance, operations, and culture—to drive corporate transformation.
Vice President Qian Xiaoyan sharesDuring the session “DBS Cross-Border Financing and Investment Solutions: Empowering Enterprises to Expand Globally,” it analyzedRelevant practices in helping enterprises optimize their capital structure and reduce risks associated with international expansion. She stated that customized financial services help companies expand overseas with a light-asset model in complex international environments.
Attorney Luo Yuting, from the perspective of legal practiceShe gave a detailed presentation on "Cooperation and Compliance in Cross-Border Investment."It is emphasized that enterprises should, during the pre-investment phase, meticulously design the cooperation framework and establish a robust compliance loop. By incorporating mechanisms for dispute resolution in advance, they can mitigate subsequent legal risks and ensure that cooperation is conducted in compliance while fostering development through compliance.
Ying Gu, the compliance officer, shared a topic titled“Breaking Waves and Setting Sail, Winning Globally—The Path to Compliant Foreign Trade Growth in the New Landscape,” sheWe propose the concept of “media convergence going global,” recommending that companies leverage digital content to enhance their brand’s global influence, while also establishing a comprehensive end-to-end risk management system. This system should ensure compliance across the entire value chain, from transaction identification to cross-border data flows, thereby safeguarding the sustainable and steady growth of their overseas operations.
Chief Pan LingjiThe representative, from the perspective of dispute resolution, pointed out that international arbitration has become the preferred method for cross-border disputes due to its flexible procedures and ease of enforcement. He advised companies to make good use of arbitration mechanisms to resolve cross-border disputes in a cost-effective and efficient manner.
Roundtable Forum
Finally, in his remarks at the roundtable, Attorney Sha Jun stated that companies expanding overseas must establish a comprehensive governance and risk-control framework to provide institutional safeguards for their international operations. After an in-depth interactive discussion on the topic of “How Enterprises Can Achieve Smooth Market Entry When Going Global,” participants unanimously agreed that, while maintaining strategic consistency, companies should also enhance their ability to integrate locally and manage risks.
This seminar systematically reviewed the compliance strategies and practical implementation pathways for enterprises expanding overseas, providing participating companies with end-to-end professional support covering governance frameworks, financial assistance, legal compliance, and dispute resolution. Zhiheng Shanghai will continue to host cross-disciplinary lecture series, creating a platform for professional exchange among lawyers and empowering enterprises in their global expansion.
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