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How does green growth influence Chinese overseas investment in Southeast Asian nations? Insight from spatial analysis

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  • Nathapornpan Piyaareekul Uttama

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Currently, the green economy plays a significant role in embracing global economic activities and advancing sustainable economic development. This study examines the effect of green growth on Chinese direct investment in ten Southeast Asian countries from 2010 to 2020. Using spatial panel data and a spatial Durbin model, the analysis reveals that green growth determinants significantly influence China’s outward investment. Specifically, efficient and sustainable resource use, green economic opportunities, and social inclusion in Southeast Asian countries attract Chinese investment, while strong natural capital protection tends to deter it. Identifying the spatial effect, social inclusion in neighboring countries also positively affects investment flows. These findings have policy implications for improving the green economy and fostering regional green growth cooperation.

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  • Nathapornpan Piyaareekul Uttama, 2025. "How does green growth influence Chinese overseas investment in Southeast Asian nations? Insight from spatial analysis," Journal of Chinese Economic and Business Studies, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 23(4), pages 711-735, October.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:jocebs:v:23:y:2025:i:4:p:711-735
    DOI: 10.1080/14765284.2025.2554485
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