China in a Global Resources Context — Key Issues, Considerations and Imperatives
Now is the time to form a comprehensive view of China’s role in the resources sector and to become more — not less — strategically engaged.
Dynamic New Supply Markets Create Opportunities to Frame High-Value Alternative Global Procurement Strategies
Global exports are concentrated in a few major economies but developing countries have made great strides in their export performance. This creates opportunities for astute global supply chain managers.
The Evolution of China’s Trade from Foreign Dependence to Self-reliance
Foreign-invested enterprises played a key role in making China the world’s largest exporter, but since 2007, China’s trade has shifted precipitously to self-reliance.
The Correlation Between Population and Economic Growth
In recent years there has been a direct correlation between population and economic growth.
China’s Domination of Global Car Production
China is for several years already the world’s leading producer of cars, and it looks set to soon become the world’s leading exporter of cars as well.
Who Trades With Who? A Regional Breakdown of the Global Direction of Trade
In Europe, most trade is intra-regional, while Asia and North America have a balanced distribution of internal and external trade.
Shifting GDP Rankings and New Opportunities in Global Markets
The global economy is undergoing a gradual but inexorable shift from developed to emerging economies.
Australia’s Highly Specialized Export Profile: Risk and Opportunity
Australia’s highly specialized export profile can be a source of risk and opportunity in a changing global trade context.
India Will Soon Be the World’s Third-largest Economy
The world will soon witness a historic development when India’s economy surpasses Germany and Japan. The relentless rise of India’s economy makes it imperative for businesses to position themselves accordingly.