- Co-investments with western companies interested to expand in Asia providing technology, products and expertise.
- Western companies establishing joint ventures or operations in Asia requiring local expertise and connections.
- Privatization of state-owned companies in Greater China.
- Growing number of private Chinese enterprises seeking foreign partnerships and overseas expansions.
- Opening of restricted sectors in China in light of the entry into the WTO.
- Re-structuring and modernization of PRC companies for improvement in efficiency.
- Promotions of well-known western franchise/ brands in the Greater China market.
