Which of the following is NOT a reason for the creation of the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS standards)（） A: to improve investment performance as managers diversify internationally. B: the need for consistent performance measurement due to the globalization of financial markets. C: to allow investment clients to more easily compare investment performance.

A Chinese firm opens a watch factory in the United States. A: This is Chinese foreign direct investment and by itself increases Chinese net foreign investment. B: This is Chinese foreign direct investment and by itself decreases Chinese net foreign investment. C: This is Chinese foreign portfolio investment and by itself increases Chinese net foreign investment. D: This is Chinese foreign portfolio investment and by itself decreases Chinese net foreign investment.

Which one belongs to the global multilateral conventions in the field of international investment ( ) A: Rules on Foreign Investment in the Andean Common Market B: Convention on the Settlement of Investment Disputes Between States and Nations of Other Countries C: Convention Establishing the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency D: Investment-Related Agreements under the Framework of the WTO

（ ） occurs when a firm exports goods or services to consumers in another country. A: International trade B: Foreign direct investment C: Outsourcing D: Inward investment

According to the passage, what is the meaning of "giving the children the best start in life" A: Investment in the well-being of women during pregnancy. B: Investment in under-threes developments. C: Investment in school education. D: Investment in early childhood programs.