Bond link will struggle to attract foreign investors

The Bond Connect scheme launched today creates a new channel for foreigners to invest in China’s onshore bond market. If previous steps to expand market access are any guide, however, the move will do little to boost inflows. These are being held back by more intractable concerns over exchange rate risk, credit risk and capital controls.

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