The growing number of studies in the field of international business (IB) concerning the relationship between multinational companies and their social position is mainly affected by significant changes in the global business environment. In this context, this article will focus on the relationship between MNEs and CSR, which is why should MNEs adapt their CSR in a specific host country. Multinational companies (MNEs) can boost their reputation by advanced social and management initiatives. MNEs can benefit themselves after they adjust their CSR for the host country.

Q. Chen, M. L. Mladenova, C. Y. Liao, K. J. Gong. Why and how should MNEs adapt their CSR in a specific host country. Academic Journal of Business & Management (2020) Vol. 2, Issue 7: 45-56. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJBM.2020.020705.

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