But what do western entrepreneurs that actually do business in China think about all these ideas? Arthur McCauly and Gene Rostov talk about their experience with business in China. Both of them agree that the Chinese economy has improved significantly since the 80s, evolving from a bicycle economy into a full-grown economical superpower. Besides the issues of manufacturing and shipping costs, keeping a good relationship with the Chinese government is the most important element of good business. Infiltrating in local economy isnt impossible, when one is willing to change their attitude substantially, confirms Rostov. Instead of just calling to discuss an important matter with his Chinese subsidiary, he flew all the way over there to have a face-to-face meeting.
