In China, an electronically signed IOU can have legal effect under certain conditions. According to the "Electronic Signature Law of the People's Republic of China", an electronic signature that meets the legal requirements has the same legal effect as a handwritten signature or seal. However, for an IOU to be legally binding, it must meet the basic elements of a valid contract, such as offer, acceptance, and consideration.
For example, if Party A issues an IOU to Party B through an electronic signature platform, clearly stating the amount of the debt, the repayment date, and both parties' information, and Party B accepts it, this IOU may be considered legally binding.
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