Abstract This paper reviews Chinese guanxi from the following aspects: 1) its definition, characteristics and philosophy; 2) conceptualization, measurements and main empirical researches taking guanxi as antecedents and consequences; and 3) its morality value. Based on the review, this paper identifies limitations of present researches and discusses future directions for guanxi to advance comprehension of this special phenomenon in transitional China.
2014, Vol. 11 
