Former serviceman sets sights on China business

Prospects still promising and plentiful, says Johnson & Johnson's Alex Gorsky

Unlike most of his counterparts, ALEX GORSKY, the chairman and chief executive officer of Johnson&Johnson, a multinational manufacturer of consumer and healthcare products, is convinced that there are hosts of opportunities and a bright future for MNCs, particularly in the research and development sector. Gorsky, the CEO of J&J since 2012, also believes that companies should reorient themselves to the "new normal" of growth in China and readjust their expectations. The 55-year-old chief executive and industry veteran spoke at length recently to China Daily on his vision for J&J and how he perceives the future for his company in China. Excerpts from the interview are below:

You have had an extensive career in the military. Could you share with us the valuable insights that you have gained along the way?