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Navigating China: Insights from a South African Entrepreneur with Marco Bouwer-Ep 62

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In this episode I chat with Marco Bouwer, A South African entrepreneur who builtds bridges between South Africa and China through his work in international trade. He shares insights into living in China, doing business there, and the cultural nuances that shape this unique experience. Marco discusses how to build trust in Chinese business culture and navigating Chinese regulations and red tape. He also shares the important role of WeChat in daily life and business Through his business, mychinalink.com he not only facilitates business but also tourism between South Africa and China. Marco Bouwer: "China's speed is unmatched in the world" Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Marco Bouwer and His Journey 06:18 From Journalism to Living in China 11:08 Life in China: Challenges and Opportunities 16:10 Daily Life in Shanghai 20:45 Healthcare and Cost of Living in China 24:25 Starting MyChinaLink: Business Insights 29:11 Navigating the Chinese Market 34:38 Logistics and Cultural Experiences 40:35 Reflections on South Africa and Future Aspirations MyChinaLink - https://www.mychinalink.com Your documents should not slow down your new life. Apostil obtains, processes, and couriers South African police clearances, apostille certificates, unabridged documents, and more, directly to your door, anywhere in the world. Fast, professional, and stress-free. Need your documents sorted? Visit Apostil here -https://tinyurl.com/apostilcozaDocuments with convenience.

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