Corporate boards play a key role in providing strategic oversight and risk management of their company's China-related activities – initiatives increasingly synonymous with the creation of lasting shareholder value. To look at how directors are approaching these responsibilities, Deloitte LLP's Chinese Services Group joined with Corporate Board Member magazine to publish the China Board Brief series. The series is designed to provide boards and management with insight into how their peers are addressing the challenges and opportunities of today's China. Below are the first two in this six-part series. Check back regularly for new issues.

Encouraging a Sustainable Approach to China Sourcing View our latest board brief on preserving the short-term benefits of a global supply chain while protecting long-term shareholder value. Listen to the podcast Containing the Fallout: How Companies Can Restore Confidence in Chinese-Made Products.

The Board’s Changing Role in China Strategy Read our board brief and survey report for insight into how U.S. directors can manage risk and seize opportunity in China. Listen to the podcast Getting Up to Speed on China: How Boards Can Learn to Manage Risk and Seize Opportunity.

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