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Learning unit: The Greater Pearl River Delta (GPRD). Syllabus:

- The region of the Greater Pearl River Delta (GPRD).
- Economy and Foreign Trade. Foreign Direct Investment in the GPRD region.
- Advantages: High end processes in Hong Kong, production base in the Mainland (GPRD).
- Economy profile of the main cities: Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Qingyuan.
- Case study: TCL Corporation. Midea Group. Hisense Kelon Electrical.
- The Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA China Honk Kong).
- CEPA’s Impact on the Hong Kong economy (Trade in Services).

M Course learning materials: En. Also available in Es Negocios en China Fr Affaires China Pt Negocios China

M Educational level: Continuing education / Executive education programs.

Doing Business in China: China - Chinese economy - China: Marine transport and ports - Customs of China - FDI in China - Beijing - Shanghai - Guangzhou - Shenzhen - Hong Kong

M Master International Business MIB for Chinese students

M Related International Trade Courses and Masters:  Business in Eastern Asia - Master Business in Asia - Master in Emerging Markets - Master Business Asia Pacific Region.

Course summary The Greater Pearl River Delta (GPRD):

The region of the Greater Pearl River Delta comprise Hong Kong, nine municipalities of the Guangdong Province in the mainland of China and Macao. Many multi-national companies already enjoy the benefits of this multi-jurisdiction, cost effective business model and have established there.

Companies can source or manufacture competitively in China and use Hong Kong's logistical, financial, legal, design and marketing services to export their products to the world. Many foreign-owned companies use Hong Kong and the PRD as their distribution base for selling into China.

High end processes in Hong Kong and their production base in the Mainland.

Sample of the course The Greater Pearl River Delta (GPRD):
Greater Pearl River Delta

It is estimated that 59,000 Hong Kong enterprises have their factories in the Mainland, of which around 53,000 factories are located in a cluster in the Pearl River Delta, in Guangdong Province. Such a concentration of production provides job opportunities for 1.5 million Hong Kong citizens and 10 million people in Guangdong

Hong Kong is one of the world’s major recipients and suppliers of FDI and is the Mainland’s single largest source of overseas direct investment. Guangdong, as the Mainland’s province enjoying the largest share of FDI, is becoming a favorite location for investment from developed countries, in addition to investment from Hong Kong.

The Pearl River Delta Economic Zone continues to be the leading exporter and importer among the major regions of the Mainland.

The 9 municipalities of the Mainland:
- Dongguan
- Foshan
- Guangzhou
- Huizhou
- Jiangmen
- Shenzhen
- Zhaoqing
- Zhongshan
- Zhuhai

Zhuhai City (southern Guangdong) is one of the earliest special economic zones in China and the new and hi-tech industrial base focus on developing information technology industry. Main sectors: new high-tech and heavy industries including electronics, computer software, biotechnology and pharmacy, machinery and equipment as well as petrochemical industries.

Foshan City is the third largest manufacturing base in the Pearl River Delta. Main sectors: Household electrical appliance and tool manufacturing, Furniture, Non-metal ore and manufacturing, Electronics and communications, Stainless steel products, Plastic products, Ceramics.

Dongguan City is located in the Pearl River Delta of Guangdong Province, and in the middle of the Guangzhou – Shenzhen - Hong Kong Economic Corridor. Dongguan is not only a modern IT city, but also an internationally reputed manufacturing center. Dongguan ranks behind only Shenzhen, Shanghai and Suzhou in exports among Chinese cities.

The Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA)

Signed by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the Central People’s Government, CEPA marks a new era of economic co-operation between Hong Kong and the mainland of China. CEPA entry in force in 1 January 2004. CEPA allows preferential access to the Mainland market and reduces tariffs for certain enterprises and individuals operating in Hong Kong. CEPA opens up huge markets for Hong Kong goods and services. During 2007-2009, CEPA brought about cumulative business receipts totaling HK$55.1 billion to Hong Kong companies in the CEPA covered service areas.

All goods of Hong Kong origin importing into the Mainland enjoy tariff free treatment, upon applications by local manufacturers and upon the CEPA rules of origin (ROOs) being agreed and met.

Under CEPA, service suppliers in Hong Kong enjoy preferential treatment when setting up business in various service sectors in the Mainland.

Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA)


Established in 1981, TCL Corporation employs more than 50,000 people in over 80 operations, including 18 R&D centers, 20 manufacturing bases, and more than 40 sales offices around the world. TCL is one of the world's leading producers of flat panel TVs, DVD players, air conditioners, and GSM, CDMA mobile phones. TCL has entered a new stage of development after its historical transformation from a local Chinese company to a multinational.

TCL Corporation China

Midea Group has developed into a leading manufacturer and exporter in China, covering a comprehensive line of heating and air-conditioning systems, home appliances, lighting, motors, compressors and other industrial components. Midea is the second largest supplier and the No. 1 exporter of air-conditioners in China.

Midea Group China

Hisense Kelon Electrical Holdings Company Ltd. is currently one of the largest manufacturers of household electrical appliances manufacturing enterprises in the People’s Republic of China. Their “Kelon” and “Ranchmen” brand names are appraised as “The Chinese Well-known marks”.

Hisense Kelon China

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