In this talk, Dr. Dong will illustrate how Sino–Kazakhstani business collaboration can be undermined by three often-overlooked challenges:
Distinct business ecosystems in Kazakhstan and China
Complex coordination within Chinese state-owned enterprises
Deep-rooted cultural differences between the two countries
Beyond identifying these challenges, Dr. Dong will highlight their practical and strategic implications for Sino–Kazakhstani collaboration, drawing on insights from both frontline business practice and academic research.
- Date: November 13, 2025
- Time: 13:00
- Format: online
- Language: English ( Russian with simultaneous translation)
BIO
Dr. Jiyang Dong is an Assistant Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at the Graduate School of Business of Nazarbayev University. Dr. Dong’s research lies at the intersection of corporate political strategy and organization theory, and is primarily developed in the context of Chinese private firms strategically acquiring political resources while avoiding political pressure. His research has been selected at the Academy of Management Annual Conference as a finalist for the OMT Best Dissertation Based Paper Award. Dr. Dong received his PhD in Management from INSEAD. Prior to joining NU, he has worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University and was on the faculty of the Business School of UIBE in Beijing.
Contact information:
dina.meiramova@nu.edu.kz
