New drivers and challenges in a multi-polar world

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore current trends in multi-polar world with the aim of assessing new drivers and challenges in cross-border M & A. Design/methodology/approach – A case study analysis of cross-border M & A is described and discussed. Findings – The paper indicates strategic motivations and implementation challenges of cross-border M & A under current pressures of a world characterized by multiple centers of economic power. Originality/value – This paper evidence new direction in cross-border M & A research for reinterpreting existing paradigms and developing new ones.