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The Construction Machinery Industry in China

Alberto Pagliarini, Osservatorio Asia SC During the downturn of 2008-09, China stood out as the bright spot among major economies,…

Wenzhou’s Tragedy Inflicts Political and Economic Injuries Too

The tragedy of Wenzhou railway has triggered a series of assessments that go beyond national mourning and political responsibility….

China: The “Return Match” vs Tokyo Goes through M&A

More and more frequently, Japanese companies become targets  for Chinese ones. If the trend would continue, for the end of…

Poland Saudi Arabia

Even Chinese headlines sometimes highlight economic failures. These capture attention when they happen for two main reasons: they are…

China-Europe M&A: a disappointing 2011—but still a pre-season game

For China’s companies with global aims, the acquisition of European firms has clearly paused in terms of both the…

A Brief Overview of the Shipping Sector

by Alberto Forchielli and Alberto Pagliarini Its dramatic ups and downs in the last few years (together with its increased…

Private Equity in China: a swiftly changing stage, a pivotal year for many players

(Private Equity in China, Part I) In the realm of Private Equity (PE), many consider China to be one of…

Buy Property Everywhere

Financial liquidity filters where is allowed and convenient. In China, real estate development internal curbs, are beginning to be…

Mongolia, more than a Gold Rush

For the first time in history, the world of international finance sees Mongolia with increasing appetite. A 3M -…

Food Security: China and the World — Romano Prodi

ZoomlionSino – Europe Dialogue Professor Ship at China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) The Challenge We face three global crises. They…