On the basis of some specific examples, Jenny Chan of the Hongkong-based NGO SACOM, draws sceptic conclusions with regard to the impact of the Chinese Labour Contract Law which became effective in January 2008. Anyhow, she points to the fact that the number of lawsuits and arbitration processes increased dramatically within the first six months of 2008. Besides, according to Jenny Chan, the law is used increasingly by NGOs in their fight for the rights of Chinese workers. She emphasises the need of workers` trainings, democratic representation of workers and negotiations between workers and employers. 
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