China's outward foreign direct investments : analysis of its investments, track record to date and likely future trends

Abstract

Chinese outward foreign direct investment is less prominent and less studied than inward foreign direct investments into China, but it is a rising trend and has important implications for China, other countries and many multinational firms. This paper starts with an overview of Chinese outward foreign investments. A broad discussion of its development and trend over time is followed by statistics showing the distribution of investments by industries and geographical locations. The significant points are highlighted for further analysis in a subsequent chapter.