Ken Wilcox, former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank, discusses his book, “The China Business Conundrum,” focusing on the challenges of doing business in China. In the book, he introduces the concept of “one bed, two dreams,” reflecting the differing goals of Western and Chinese joint venture partners. Wilcox shares his bank’s entry into China, noting the Chinese Communist Party's control and strict regulations. Despite these hurdles, he emphasizes the mutual benefits of U.S.-China interdependence.

Speaker:

• Ken Wilcox, Chairman Emeritus, Silicon Valley Bank 

Moderator:

• Victor Shih, Director, 21st Century China Center;  and Ho Miu Lam Chair Professor in China and Pacific Relations, UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy

This public lecture series is organized by the 21st Century China Center at the UC San Diego School of Global Policy and Strategy (GPS). For more information on China activities, please visit china.ucsd.edu.

If you have any questions, please contact GPS Events Coordinator Susan Zau.