Evolving U.S. White-Collar Enforcement Strategy: Legal Risks, Compliance Challenges and Strategic Considerations for Mainland China and Hong Kong

On May 12, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a new white-collar enforcement strategy, outlining ten priority areas, including several with a specific focus on China and Hong Kong SAR.

Just weeks later, on June 9, 2025, the DOJ issued updated guidelines for federal prosecutors investigating and enforcing the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), effectively ending a four-month pause in FCPA enforcement activity.

While the new Guidelines do not mention China explicitly, they reinforce the Trump administration’s “America First” emphasis on economic security. Collectively, these recent developments signal a more assertive enforcement posture than many had anticipated — raising the stakes for Mainland Chinese and Hong Kong companies operating abroad, as well as international businesses with operations in Asia.

Join us for an in-depth discussion placing these changes in the broader context of global trade tensions, rising tariffs, and expanding sanctions. Our panel will explore the practical implications for corporate compliance, strategies for mitigating legal and reputational risk, and how to respond proactively to the evolving U.S. enforcement environment in Asia.

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 28 Aug 2025
Time: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm (Light Lunch | Registration opens 12:30 pm; Seminar starts 1:00 pm)

Location: Debevoise Hong Kong Office: 21/F AIA Central, 1 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong

NOTE: CPD accreditation has been applied for and is subject to approval by the Hong Kong Law Society. Please ensure you sign the registration sheet at the start of the event and attend the full duration of the seminar to qualify for CPD point(s).