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Is Alimony Always Granted?

The answer is No. In China, neither Party shall be required to pay alimony to the other Party after divorce. However, when the marital property is distributed in a divorce, the wife may be distributed slightly more properties.

 

References:

Civil Code of China: Part V Marriage and Family (2020): Article 1085,1087

Contributors: CJO Staff Contributors Team

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