Corporate Governance and Resource Security in China: The Transformation of China

Description: Corporate Governance and Resource Security in China by Roman Tomasic, Xinting Jia Looking at the governance of resources companies in China, this book deals with contemporary issues of resource security and environmental change which are closely related to the depletion of the worlds natural resources. It contains case studies of other international resources giants such as BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, Shell and Chevron. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Corporate governance has become a household term and investors across the world are demanding more transparency and accountability from controllers of listed corporations. The current resources boom that has been driven by soaring demand from China has brought Chinas listed resources companies into focus. Some of these companies are beginning to be known internationally, such as Sinopec, PetroChina, CNOOC (in the oil industry) and CHALCO (aluminium); but their governance structures are often not well known. This book explores the corporate governance of these listed companies. Compared with the governance of global companies, such as BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, Shell, Shevron, the governance of Chinas resources companies has special characteristics. While the authors focus is on the governance of resources companies in China, this book also tackles contemporary issues of resource security and environmental change which are closely related to the depletion of the worlds natural resources.Case studies of other international resources giants such as BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, Shell and Chevron are provided to enhance our understanding of the differences that exist between them and Chinese resources companies. This book will be of interest to the business community and to those readers who are interested in China and its governance related issues. Back Cover Corporate governance has become a household term and investors across the world are demanding more transparency and accountability from controllers of listed corporations. The current resources boom that has been driven by soaring demand from China has brought Chinas listed resources companies into focus. Some of these companies are beginning to be known internationally, such as Sinopec, PetroChina, CNOOC (in the oil industry) and CHALCO (aluminium); but their governance structures are often not well known. This book explores the corporate governance of these listed companies. Compared with the governance of global companies, such as BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, Shell, Shevron, the governance of Chinas resources companies has special characteristics.While the authors focus is on the governance of resources companies in China, this book also tackles contemporary issues of resource security and environmental change which are closely related to the depletion of the worlds natural resources. Author Biography Dr Xinting Jia is an Associate at Responsible Investment Unit of Mercer Investment Consulting; previously she worked at the Centre for International Corporate Governance Research of Victoria University in Australia and remains as an Adjunct Fellow of the Centre. Professor Roman Tomasic is the chair in company law at Durham University in the UK and previously worked on this project at Victoria University in Australia. The authors would like to acknowledge that the findings and opinions in this book are based only on the authors personal views. Table of Contents List of Figures List of Tables List of Abbreviations Acknowledgements About the Authors Preface 1. The Rise of Large Resources Companies in China 2. The Regulatory Environment of Listed Companies in China 3. Understanding Governance in the Resources Sector Companies: Is Disclosure Adequate? 4. Are Owners Really in Control 5. Corporate Goverance in the Worlds Leading Resources Companies – The Cases of BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, Shell and Chevron 6. Corporate Governance in Leading Chinese Resources Companies: The Cases of Sinopec and Baosteel 7. Governing Resources Companies and Corporate Social Responsibility: Can China do Better? 8. Resources Security and Corporate Governance 9. Conclusions: Challenge for the Future References Index Details ISBN0415453259 Author Xinting Jia Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Series Routledge Studies in Corporate Governance Year 2009 ISBN-10 0415453259 ISBN-13 9780415453257 Format Hardcover Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Edition 1st Short Title CORPORATE GOVERNANCE & RESOURC Language English Media Book Illustrations Illustrations DEWEY 338.60951 Series Number 4 Publication Date 2009-09-08 Subtitle The Transformation of Chinas Global Resources Companies DOI 10.1604/9780415453257 UK Release Date 2009-09-08 AU Release Date 2009-09-08 NZ Release Date 2009-09-08 Pages 190 Alternative 9781138864085 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134420324;

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