Firstly, this paper provides an overview of the interaction and networks perspective,
and an insight into Chinese management; the paper then goes on to compare in detail
these two bodies of knowledge. Secondly, important elements from both perspectives
are discussed. Cultural factors that are likely to affect the measurement of the Western
approach in China are also explained. Finally, the conclusion suggests how
a
combination of these two perspectives provides an interesting framework for an
empirical study of Chinese/Western joint ventures.