Inclusive Business Market Scoping Study in the People's Republic of China

This market scoping study for inclusive business in the People's Republic of China (PRC) and companies from the PRC operating abroad was commissioned by ADB in July 2016. The report explains the current state of inclusive business (IB) models from the PRC drawing from domestic and international company examples and practices. Key characteristics of IBs in terms of sector size and business model and challenges facing these IBs are discussed. It also presents opportunities for IB to build on existing government programs and proposes actions various stakeholders can take to promote the growth of IB in PRC.