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Cultural Disconnect: Western Brands Struggling in China

This chapter examines the difficulties Western toy brands, particularly Barbie, encounter while trying to enter the Chinese market, emphasizing cultural variances in doll preferences. It highlights the success of Lego in adapting to local tastes and the challenges posed by local competitors producing imitations.

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