The ways in which China’s pre-revolutionary past provide context for the modern-day Chinese mindset and social norms is complex, particularly in view of the richness and length of China’s history.
It is certainly true that historical factors continue to influences both the tone and structure of business and social settings in present-day China.
This section of the blog should assist you in understanding aspects of those influences that are relevant to facilitating business activities. The discussion is therefore limited to information that is useful to Westerners who are approaching China from a businessperson’s point of view.
No claim is made to a thorough treatment of Chinese history or a scientifically valid interpretation of the Chinese mindset.
Chinese Business Etiquette 