This paper looks empirically at the implications that protectionist measures implemented during the current crisis may have had for a country’s ability to attract foreign direct investment. The research utilizes data on such measures that is available from Global Trade Alert, combined with...

Key Points: - As part of a long-term strategy, China needs to improve investment treaty network to enhance protections for foreign investors.- In the short and medium-term, investors need to carefully consider investment insurance products to protect their foreign investments.- BRI investors...