The Business of China

Veteran journalists Doug Young and Paul James take their over 25-years of combined experience living and working in China to the podcast realm in The Business of China. The two find unique and compelling stories taking place in China, discussing the impact they have on the economics and other aspects of life in China.

Amazon Scales Back, Chinese Animation Presses Forward

Amazon Scales Back, Chinese Animation Presses Forward

04-25
34:31

How the Bike Sharing Industry Makes Money in China

In this episode, Doug and Paul sit down to talk about how the bike sharing industry is doing business in China, as well as the impact of the upgraded China-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement.

04-18
29:52

Is China’s Mobile Technology Market Overcrowded

In this episode of The Business of China, Doug is back to join Paul to talk about the mobile technology market in China and the impact of the country’s new policy on VAT reduction.

04-11
29:31

The Rise of Brand China

In this edition of the show, Richard Craig continues to sit in for Doug, this time talking with Paul about how Chinese companies have been branding themselves, and how they are trying to overcome challenges in going international.

04-03
32:43

A Brief Look at the Energy Sector of China

In this edition of the show, Richard Craig continues sitting in for Doug, talking with Paul about the energy sector in China, touching on virtually all aspects of the sector.

03-28
29:13

How Chinese Women Hold up Half the Sky

In this edition of the show, Paul and special guest co-host Richard Craig discuss the role women are playing in today's economy and society in China.

03-21
31:50

China's New Infrastructure Investment Plans

In this edition, special guest co-host Richard Craig joins Paul again, with the two discussing transportation infrastructure in the wake of Chinese authorities outlining major infrastructure investment plans recently in Beijing.

03-07
31:19

China Further Opens up the Capital Market

In this edition of the show, Doug and Paul talk about the Chinese government’s move early in 2019 to significantly expand the quota for Qualified Foreign Institutional Investors hoping to tap the capital markets. They also discuss Wanda’s latest moves in the world of sports.

02-07
26:22

Peak Travel Season Starts for the Chinese Lunar New Year

In this edition of the show, Doug and Paul break out their crystal balls to discuss what the economic expectations are for 2019. They also discuss travel expectations in China for the Spring Festival holiday.

01-30
32:56

40 Years of Reform and Opening Up in China

Doug and Paul take the wayback machine and talk about how China has developed during the past 40 years.

01-03
38:32

Why 'Aquaman' Opened in China Before the Rest of the World

Doug is back off his Thanksgiving vacation to the United States, and sits down with Paul to break down a potentially impactful pig virus which continues to affect Chinese pigs. The two also discuss the splash that ‘Aquaman’ is having on Chinese movie theaters.

12-27
30:33

The Prospects of Integrating the Pearl River Delta

With Doug still napping-off his Turkey hangover, Paul and special guest host Richard Craig discuss the central government’s plan to integrate the Pearl River Delta region, including Hong Kong and Macau, to create an economic powerhouse in southern China.

12-20
30:56

What Has Led to China’s Rapid Development in the 21st Century

Paul and special guest host Richard Craig take a stroll down memory lane, reminiscing and analyzing what has led to the rapid development in China so far this century.

12-09
34:02

Ramifications of the Brexit

With Doug plowing down turkey with his family in the United States, Paul welcomes special guest host Richard Craig, a veteran lawyer who specializes in import/export in China. The two discuss the ramifications of the Brexit in Richard's home country of Britain.

11-28
30:46

Tesla's Shanghai Plant in the Making

Doug and Paul talk about Tesla's expansion in China.

11-28
17:25

World's First Restaurant With Robot-Run Kitchen

Doug and Paul take on Wanda's move to divest itself, tossing money over to Sunac. The boys also get "down and dirty" with Haidilao's latest plan to keep 'creepy-crawly's out of the kitchen.

11-28
31:49

Will China's Airline Manufacturing Sector Take Off

Doug and Paul discuss the potential impact of the tax amendments in China, and try to figure out whether the airline manufacturing sector in China has wings.

11-28
29:02

"Crazy Rich Asians" to Hit Chinese Screens

Doug and Paul talk about the movie industry, including a decision by Chinese film regulators to green-light "Crazy Rich Asians" for Chinese theatres, as well as the forthcoming Winter Olympics in Beijing, and the impact major sports events have on the economics of host cities.

11-28
28:03

Slowdown in China's Auto Industry

Doug and Paul use their first podcast to discuss a slowdown in the auto industry in China which hasn't been seen in decades, as well as the e-gaming sector in China which now apparently involves former NBA and CBA all-star Stephon Marbury.

11-28
36:25

Chinese Hot Pot Chain Haidilao to Open London Restaurant

Doug and Paul provide insight into a little-known tax issue which may have a significant impact on anyone who holds foreign assets, and discuss Chinese hot pot chain Haidilao's latest endeavors.

11-27
31:19

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