Sourcing From China – Who Eats Their Produce?

Import products from China

Well all use them or have them and more often than not eat them…yes I’m talking about import products from China – but why are Chinese products always getting a bad wrap? Should we panic about eating Chinese goods? There’s no doubt that the Chinese administration is getting tough on food safety standards as a report from foodnavigator-asia.com suggests.

So how do other countries feel about Chinese goods? Singapore for example is a small country by anyone’s standards – therefore it must rely heavily on sourcing from China to make up for its lack of agricultural produce. Despite how other consumers from other parts of the world might feel, Singaporeans get most of its “fresh” produce comes from China.

How would you feel if a large part of your country’s food produce came from China? I would think that your lucky! Because it’s of better quality than stuff we buy everyday in the supermarkets here, yes I’m talking about here in “Mainland China”. The food quality and safety here is dubious at best, but I strongly believe China’s exporters are striving to meet international standards for their exports – so that’s good for you.

Conversely this dilemma is increasing China’s own demand for foreign edible goods like milk and a whole range of other produce.  I suggest it’s probably one the main reasons brands or food chains from overseas are viewed more favorably by those who can afford them – China Daily

China’s Demographic Dilemma – How Might It Affect International Business In China

 

China’s huge population and the affects on Chinese business

China has been growing at a tremendous pace in recent years and has been a magnet for foreign companies who have enjoyed the advantages of doing business with China – specifically for its low production costs.

For the last 10 years plus, China’s economy has not been the only thing growing, its military spending has as well – this year it jumped up by 11% . Conversely this year so far the Middle Kingdom’s factory output has been recorded as slowing down by such world financial bodies as the IMF, but is there another weakness that has been over looked? See how one of China’s most famous policy’s may just turn around and bite it in the… vital demographic region – The Economist 

Why Do Business In China? Chinese Elite Love Luxury Goods

Why do business with China? Because the wealthy class have more buying power than ever before

It has been a good year for China with an increase in the number of billionaires! They are the most populous country in the world but they still don’t have as many billionaires as the USA. Business opportunities in China must abound because according to Forbes the number of billionaires has almost doubled since last year.

We may not be billionaires, but we all know they love their toys! And it does seem that China’s wealthy class are doing just that – they appear to have their sights set on luxury aircraft. The regulations in regards to private planes are extremely rigorous in China and promises to be a bit of a challenge for even them. Although there are signs of them easing – as more companies lobby for changes. In 2010 “Time” published a great article suggesting that the number of illegal flights in China are increasing as the rich get bored. Perhaps they are looking for that extra scoop of convenience and prestige who can say.

Whether the Chinese elite are purchasing planes to refit for domestic, or international travel it doesn’t really matter, as more foreign aviation companies start doing business with Chinese billionaires. Read about this from China Daily USA. 

China – Fracking For Engery Part 2

Conducting business in China and the energy demands of China and other industrial countries

I don’t know about you, but up until I included “Fracking For Energy – Part 1” in my blog I honestly thought it was just a naughty word used in “sci-fi budget movies” and “sci-fi TV”. Obviously this is one of the reasons “The Guardian” has rather cleverly followed up with a second part guide.

Energy policies have implications for all of us, this is even more apparent when the demand is outstripping the supply or close to it. There is an insatiable demand here in China for almost everything and I am not just talking about energy. However the question is how far are leading industrial nations willing to go to chase energy? For example China is taking a stronger stance in the South China Sea – could this be a sign of things to come. What’s next USA vs Russia for the North Pole?

I believe energy, especially oil and gas will last longer than people predict. It seems obvious to me that as technology improves we are just more likely to drill deeper. Despite our justified fears for the environment – it’s easier for us to stay on this road than to kick our dirty engery habits. This article explains further, on how the method of “fracking” will affect our lives – Guardian News

China – Fracking For Engergy Part 1

Chinese business, the Chinese economy and population all create a huge demand for energy - China and the rest of world look to fracking

 

Fracking energy – don’t be like that…. I’m not being rude. The race for energy has always been competitive but as supplies (supposedly) are running lower and lower. China is one of the latest energy hungry countries that includes regions like North American and Europe that are increasingly using “fracking” as a method of getting at shale gas. What are the benefits, repercussions and what has this got to do with business in China? Please read more on this interesting article – Guardian