Groups help usher the economic giant into the fold of international commerce Related content Tips for associations, from an old China hand China has been called the economic event of the 21st century, and some U.S.-based associations are playing a key (although not very publicized) role in the unfolding of this event: helping to connect Chinese industries with the standards, practices and supply-and-demand chains of the international business community. Take, for example, the Appraisal Institute. The AI's initial engagement with China many years ago started rather small, driven by a few members who had a passion for international affairs. "Leading us into the… Read More