China: A relationship to build on

China is seen by IDA Ireland as a long-term source of inward investment, writes Cliff Taylor.

Xi Jinping, vice-president of China: an influx of Chinese firms into Ireland would be good news for us. Photo: PA
Xi Jinping, vice-president of China: an influx of Chinese firms into Ireland would be good news for us. Photo: PA

A'slow burner', but one with considerable long-term potential. That would sum up IDA Ireland's strategy towards the Chinese economy.

As a fast-growing economic giant and now the world's second-largest economy, it is natural that China would be targeted by the IDA as a source of inward investment to this country. However, there is no question ...