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Opinion: Supreme Court Gives China’s Private Entrepreneurs a New Legal Shield

By Caixin

Published: Aug. 18, 2025 2:21 p.m. GMT+8

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On Aug. 8, China’s Supreme People’s Court issued its guidelines on implementing the country’s Private Economy Promotion Law. The 25-point document aims to provide a robust legal shield for private enterprise, addressing everything from equal treatment and regulatory compliance to the mechanics of a more just judicial system. For a sector vital to China’s economic health, the role of the judiciary cannot be overstated. It is often the last line of defense for fairness and justice in society.

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China’s Supreme People’s Court issued 25-point guidelines to strengthen legal protection for private enterprises, emphasizing judicial checks on state overreach and fair administrative litigation.
The guidelines address challenges like unfair credit practices, late payments, and call for correcting unjust verdicts to enhance confidence in the private sector.
The measures aim to ensure equal treatment, uphold business rights, and reinforce the vital role of the private sector in China’s economic future.

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2025：: The Supreme People’s Court released model cases highlighting instances of improper administrative enforcement and the importance of judicial remedy for businesses.