Saxon has 20 years of experience negotiating partnerships between American companies and Chinese manufacturing companies, and currently consults with American clients interested in starting a business in China. He offers a practical guide for people who work for companies doing business in China and for entrepreneurs looking to export their goods and services to the country. Coverage includes a basic overview of China, language and cultural differences which can be problematic, business skills and inside knowledge that are key to success, and business opportunities in the country by industry. Also included are several indices useful to anyone doing business or traveling in the country--shopping, language basics, holidays, temperatures and rainfall, useful websites, and organization information and contacts. Annotation 2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
