💼 Contracts
Civil Code (2021) — Contract Law Provisions · Yalla China
القانون المدني (2021) — قانون العقود / Civil Code (2021) — Contract Law
Enacted: 2020-05-28 ✅ Effective: 2021-01-01
📝 Overview
Regulates conclusion, performance, and termination of contracts in China, applying to contracts between foreign and Chinese parties.
This is general information only, not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a licensed lawyer.
📜 The law text / key provisions
The Civil Code (2021) contract provisions provide: (1) Contract formation: offer and acceptance create contract with capacity and lawful subject matter; (2) Unfair terms: courts may modify or invalidate unfair terms; (3) Force majeure: relieves the affected party from non-performance liability under specific conditions; (4) Contract termination: may be terminated by agreement or court ruling upon material breach; (5) Compensation: includes direct damages and reasonably foreseeable lost benefits.
💬 Practical reading
💬 This is a general reading/opinion for orientation — not the official legal text nor legal advice.
In any contractual relationship in China, ensure the contract is clearly drafted and includes a dispute resolution mechanism. Choosing arbitration over courts may help in disputes with Chinese parties.
📎 Official source
National People's Congress of China
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026