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India-China Corridor

China-India: Navigating Complex Investment Landscapes

Managing Investment in Sensitive Sectors

$0.9B
FDI to India
30K+
Indian Diaspora
$118B
Bilateral Trade
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The China-India Legal & Economic Corridor

China faces enhanced FDI scrutiny under Press Note 3 of 2020, requiring government approval for all investments from countries sharing land border with India.

Core Legal Advisory Areas

Chinese investments require carefully structured agreements navigating mandatory government approval and beneficial ownership disclosure requirements.

  • Government approval application support
  • Investment agreement structuring
  • Beneficial ownership documentation
  • Security clearance compliance
  • Conditionality and timeline management

Treaty & Agreement Framework

India-China DTAA

Tax treaty providing basic provisions though investment restrictions limit practical application.

  • Dividend and interest rates
  • PE definitions
  • Capital gains provisions

Recent Developments

January 2026

FDI Scrutiny Continuation

Government maintains enhanced scrutiny for investments from land-bordering countries.

Frequently Asked Questions: China-India Corridor

China-India Legal Requirements?

For a preliminary discussion on your India legal requirements, our international advisory team is available.