Abstract
This study examines the reform and development of trade associations in Shanghai, China, one of the main economic hubs of the country and marked by a substantial growth in trade associations since the reform and “opening-up” in 1978. We analyze public policies pertaining to trade associations, survey data collected from 212 local trade associations in Shanghai, and interviews of government officials and trade association leaders. The research results show that trade associations are significantly less dependent on the government and they seem to be more oriented to providing services for and representing corporate members. We trace these changes to public policy reforms and growth in private businesses. The transition reflects the dynamic and changing relationship among the government, trade associations, and business in China. We conclude with a model of these dynamics and a discussion of the implications of this study.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 2173-2198 |
Number of pages | 26 |
Journal | Voluntas |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 1 2016 |
Keywords
- China
- Public policy
- Stakeholder interest
- Trade association
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Business and International Management
- Sociology and Political Science
- Public Administration
- Strategy and Management