After several rounds of strict examinations, interviews and negotiations, Grandall Shanghai stood out from its competitors and has been retained as the daily counsel to the Export-Import Bank of China, Shanghai Branch (the “Exp-Imp Bank”) for year 2018 to year 2020.

A team led by Julia Zhu, partner of Grandall Shanghai Office will render daily professional services to the Exp-Imp Bank, including but not limited to draft and amendment of daily legal documents, analysis and advices regarding business structure and investment projects, debt clearance, employment & HR, business training, etc. Members of such professional includes Julia Zhu, Lei Yu, Stephanie Shi, Jinliang Zhu and Yini Ji.

The Export-Import Bank of China is a state-funded and state-owned policy bank with the status of an independent legal entity. It is a bank directly under the leadership of the State Council and dedicated to supporting China’s foreign trade, investment and international economic cooperation. With the Chinese government’s credit support, the Exp-Imp Bank plays a crucial role in promoting steady economic growth and structural adjustment, supporting foreign trade, and implementing the “going global” strategy.

As one of the largest legal service providers in China, Grandall has made active response to the Belt and Road Initiative since its first launch. It actively participates in the development of the Belt and Road Initiative by means of studying legal systems of relevant countries, forming a special team for B&R-related services, conducting legal seminars. With its offices in Hong Kong, Paris, Silicon Valley, Madrid and Stockholm, Grandall is able to provide professional services directly to clients outside China. Moreover, Grandall has accumulated extensive experience in cross-border financial and M&A deals and established long-term cooperation relations with local law firms in many countries and regions, both of which further facilitates its cross-border business capabilities.

By taking this opportunities, Grandall Shanghai will provide the Exp-Imp Bank with professional, high-quality and efficient services.