What are the different possible areas of risks you could expect in relation to trading with China?

Not all goods can be imported freely into China. China classifies goods into three categories: prohibited, restricted and allowed. Some goods, such as toxins, may not be presented in the public interest or for the protection of the environment. The importation of certain goods is strictly limited, especially goods for which quotas or permits are required.

Explain in what way culture and understanding of the country as a whole play a role in increasing potential trade risk with China. Use examples to make your point.(this was also partially a preparation question)

In China hierarchy plays an important role in the daily life and certainly in business. It is important to find out who makes decisions within the company with which it cooperates and that is not always immediately apparent. The hierarchy determines a large part of who takes the decisions, but also matters such as who sits where at a dinner party, whose enter the meeting room first, etc.
An important item when starting a business in China is to build a circle of relationships. In China, as in many countries, relationships are important than knowledge. In China this principle known as 'Guanxi'. When one has developed such a network, things will be much easier and faster. One is introduced to new business relationships; bureaucracy suddenly becomes easier, etc. Of course guanxi has its negative sides, your relationships will also ask you for a contribution and it may be possible issues that you would rather not have to do. (Upton-McLaughlin, 2013)
What is in your mind the most important aspect to take into account when considering trade risk (in general terms)? There can be more than one answer to this question, argument your answer.

There are unreliable companies all over the world, and China is no exception. If a deal seems too good to be true, which is usually the case, caution is therefore required. It is always important to know exactly who your potential business partner is. Depending on the kind of business you want to do, such as purchasing, sourcing, distribution agreement, technological cooperation or a joint venture, there are several issues that must be addressed.

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