Chinese Business Enterprise in Asia

Since the emergence of Chinese multinationals in the Far East, a debate has arisen on the relationship between the rapid economic growth of the Pacific Rim and the nature of Chinese business enterprise. Just how far has Chinese business been instrumental in the economic transformation of the Far East? This volume looks at the development of Chinese business and management practices across Asia from the late nineteenth century. Experts examine how familism and informal networks have contributed to Chinese entrepreneurial success. They further demonstrate how effective these factors have been in overcoming restrictive state policies: through alliances with ethnic and international traders and connections between financial networks in Hong Kong, South East Asia, China and Australia.