Explain how the political ideology of a host government might influence the negotiations between the host government and a foreign MNE.
Under what circumstances is an MNE in a powerful negotiating position vis-à-vis a host government? What kind of concessions is a firm likely to win in such situations?
Under what circumstances is an MNE in a weak negotiating position vis-à-vis a host government? What kind of concessions is a host government likely to win in such situations?
Inward FDI is bad for (i) a developing economy and (ii) a developed economy and should be subjected to strict controls! Discuss.
Firms should not be investing abroad when there is a need for investment to create jobs at home! Discuss.
Do you think the successful conclusion of a multilateral agreement to liberalize regulations governing FDI will benefit the world economy? Why?
