For many global companies, having a China base means more than just paving the way for greater access to the China market. Over 2,000 regional headquarters (RHQs), research centers, and other agencies have been established in China by multinational corporations (MNCs). The US-China Business Council (USCBC) frequently fields questions from member companies about the cost-benefit analysis for setting up a China RHQ to serve the company’s Asia-Pacific operations.