In today’s uncertain economic climate, China has rapidly become a land of opportunity as more Westerners leave behind their home countries to chase after the potential for success in the East. China is now a formidable world leader in technology and manufacturing, luring both talent and innovation from all points on the globe. I linked [...]

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A recent interview with Jenny Bai, Founder and CEO of The Red Connect, explored the potential to export China’s brands and pop culture to the Western market. Given recent investment trends, it is apparent that China is preparing to stake its claim in new territories- and the auto industry has perhaps been the most obvious [...]

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Corruption in China is both a significant impediment to the country’s development and a highly complex issue in US-China business relations. In this installment of Link Up, Learn More, I interview International Lawyer, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Specialist and Author, Richard L. Cassin, who has resided in Asia for nearly two decades. What are [...]

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As the 20th anniversary of Tiananmen quickly approaches on June 4th, China is also preparing for 60th anniversary celebrations of the Chinese Communist Party. Although I am sure that you are avoiding areas of protest and have resisted whipping out your camera to take pictures of ceremonial military drills, expect an increased security presence, more [...]

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