One of the unforeseen consequences of the WTO agreements has been controversy over risk. This volume explores aspects of risk with special reference to the WTO, where national instruments to reduce risk may conflict with international trade rules. The book is divided into sections dealing with:...

Business networks and strategic alliances in China : an introduction / Stewart Clegg, Yuan Wang, and Mike Berrell -- The nature of power, control, trust, and risk in international joint ventures / Mike Berrell -- The role of culture in international business relations / Jan Selmer -- Social...