Doing business requires considering every single aspect. You cannot just focus on selling your products or services. You must maintain a good public image and be aware of how your business impacts the world around you.
When it comes to doing business in China, some people worry that it could create ethical problems.
The trouble with China
China is a communist country with laws very different from the United States. It also has a long history of not treating its people very well. It is currently facing some human rights accusations for the treatment of minorities. For some consumers, doing business with this country is the same as saying you are okay with what it does. While that probably is not true, you need to be aware it could be how some people look at the situation.
Overcoming issues
The good news is that China is a huge player in business in the United States. So many companies do business with this nation that it would be almost impossible for consumers to blacklist them all. The key to keeping your ties with business connections in China and maintaining good ethical standings with consumers is to be picky about these relationships.
Take a page from large companies, which are picking and choosing how to do business with China. They often back out of issue-filled arrangements but invest in those without a lot of concerning issues. It is best to set your company ethics and align them with the business you do, which you can do on a case-by-case basis.
Backing out of doing business in China is not really an option since it is too big of a market. Being cautious is your best bet to avoid any accusations of ethical issues.