International expansion strategies and innovation performance : The impact of political connection types

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Innovation performance of multinational enterprises in emerging countries (EMNEs) can be enhanced through relevant foreign expansion strategies. The impact on innovation from expansion through foreign direct investment (FDI) and exporting can vary. Further disparity is likely depending on whether political connections created to improve access to key resources are formal or informal. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format