As part of its expansion and diversification strategy, the Group Chiaphua explore real estate investment in emerging markets. The group was one of the largest private companies of the group, based in Hong Kong, with international investments in various manufacturing and real estate. Family member, Raymond Chan, has narrowed the list of potential markets for Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam. Despite the history of instability and conflict and substantial state control over markets, Raymond concluded that Vietnam was the best option. Revolves around how to assess the market due to the lack of reliable data, and that would be the appropriate entry point. Burns like a relationship driven investment can become a long-term investment strategy. The problems are also related how, working with the government through a structured forum (along with personal relationships), laws and regulations can be developed to facilitate investment in real estate. "Hide
by Nicholas P. Retsinas, Michael Chen Chi-ta Source: Harvard Business School 22 pages. Publication Date: March 21, 2007. Prod. #: 207090-PDF-ENG