The pace of change in the financial markets of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) continues unabated. Apart from the presence that foreign banking and securities institutions have established on the mainland in the last year, many financial institutions show considerable interest in opportunities to attract investment from mainland investors. To capitalise on these opportunities, a gradual process of liberalisation has been underway as the PRC has implemented changes to facilitate outbound investment by its nationals.
The PRC-qualified domestic institutional investor scheme had a slow start since its inception in 2006, but recent changes and relaxations to the scheme may change this, as they facilitate greater investment in offshore funds and other investments.
