CSR Practices in the Emerging Economies of Asia

Abstract

Corporate social responsibility is a management strategy implemented in companies throughout developing countries in Asia. In the forefront is China, which is now becoming a CSR global brand by impacting society and the environment. India is fast catching up to the race where business law forces business to invest in CSR practices. Pakistan and Bangladesh are now members of the global economy, and the industries in respective countries have realized that sustainability enhances their corporate image. The change in the emerging economies is from public awareness and accountability for corporate contribution to society. The chapter put forward the CSR practices by companies in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and China.