Tag Archives: china

Feb 16

The Relationship Between China and the EU. What Is Going On Between the Two?

Earlier this week the CNN Business Blog commented on the relationship between China and the EU in “Is Love in the Air for the EU and China?”. Here is what I think about it… It may not be love between … Read More

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Aug 19

Answer to the International Business Jeopardy Question from 8/7

What is the most widely spoken language on Earth?   Answer: Mandarin Chinese. About 726 million speak Mandarin Chinese, most of them in China. About 397 million speak English and other 400 million use English as a second language. About … Read More

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Jul 21

Environment, Conservation and Sustainability Issues

China’s and India’s rapid growth and push toward economic progress and better lifestyles for their citizens will cause the ongoing depletion of natural resources. Consequently, control of raw materials will be a vital strategic issue, often leading to preferential bilateral … Read More

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Jul 14

Learning More About The Global Consumer: The Boston Consulting Group

If you are interested in reading a little bit more extensively about how consumers have been affected by the financial conditions, I recommend reading this recently released report by the Boston Consulting Group. They describe and contrast the consumer climates … Read More

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Jun 08

The International Marketplace: Product Innovation May Come Mainly From China

           Since the 2007-2008 global recession, confidence in the American model of economic development has decreased significantly. Economists are eager to draw conclusions from China’s continued economic growth even though the economic slowdown that has affected much of the developed world. … Read More

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Oct 31

Episode 14: Matt Priest on American Production in China

In this episode of Thoughts on International Business, Marketing, and Strategy, Professor Charles Skuba is joined by Matt Priest, executive director of Footward Distributors and Retailers of America. They discuss American production in China and the benefits for both countries and the global market. Read More

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