Foreign executive plays role in helping Chinese investors abroad

Vaughn Barber believes good business is built on trust. And, to that end, he wants to serve as a bridge between Chinese and foreign companies.

"It is something I can do to contribute uniquely," says Barber, 46, global chair of KPMG global China practice.

Over the years, his firm has helped Chinese State-owned and private companies conduct overseas mergers and acquisitions in sectors such as energy and power, mining, financial services, manufacturing and infrastructure.