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Podcast: Treasury Leaders (Former Corporate Treasury 101)
Episode: Episode 280: Complex Country Focus: China with Damian Glendinning
Description: In this episode of Corporate Treasury 101, we discuss the intricacies of operating a treasury function in China, one of the most highly regulated and misunderstood markets in the world. Damian Glendinning, former Group Treasurer of Lenovo and founder of Complex Countries, helps us unpack the challenges of treasury management in China, from regulatory ambiguity to the unique roles of Alipay and WeChat Pay. We cover how foreign companies can navigate this distinct financial landscape, including legal workarounds like entrustment loans, limitations around cross-border flows, and the impact of Chinaβs evolving global strategy.Damian shares insights from de...