Foreign direct investment in China: a consideration of some strategic options

Article Abstract:

Results of a study on the Chinese operations of 19 Singaporean companies provide insights on how to conduct foreign direct investments in China. Findings revealed that Singaporean companies found it easy to transfer their physical technologies but experienced difficulty in transferring organizational technologies, particularly in the area of human resources management practices. The study also examined four common strategic options. First, foreign investors in China decide if they want to invest alone or partner with other entities. Then, they decide if they want to set up a wholly owned subsidiary or an equity joint venture. If they choose to establish a joint venture, they decide if they want to build a greenfield site or acquire an existing operation. If they choose to acquire, they may act as a silent partner or participate in management. The study revealed how the Singaporean companies made these strategic decisions.

Research, Foreign investments, Foreign corporations, Singapore

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Regional differences in China and their implications for Sino-foreign joint ventures

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Foreign companies establishing operations in China through joint ventures should be aware of the deeply ingrained regional differences that characterize this vast country. To help foreigners better understand these regional variations, a study was conducted examining three urban centers along the eastern or coastal region: greater Beijing, greater Shanghai, and Guangdong Province's Guangzhuo and the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone. Findings revealed that they are most similar in terms of their high levels of industrialization. They differ in the degree of autonomy from the central government, the volume of state-owned industry, the average size of enterprises, the history of international market transactions, the perceived strength of their entrepreneurial tradition and level of educational attainment. The greatest difference was found between Guangzhou/Shenzhen and the other two regions.

Joint ventures, Regional economics, Shanghai, China, Beijing, China, Shenzhen, China, Canton, China

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Marketing in China

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An analysis is presented of recent business developments in China to indicate what types of opportunities exist in management and marketing for foreign businesses. Topics discussed include innovations in society, marketing systems, and market supply and demand. Analytic results indicate that while China appears to be moving in the direction toward economic reforms, those reforms may not necessarily mimic Western business practices, and practices which are adopted may reflect the influence of Chinese culture and society.

Marketing, Cultural policy

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