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Supply Chain Cooperation (SCC) has emerged as a pivotal strategy for enhancing Logistics Performance (LP) in contemporary business practices. While existing research predominantly examines formal contractual agreements among supply chain partners, it has largely neglected the critical influence of cultural factors, particularly Guanxi, on collaborative outcomes. To address this gap, this study proposes an integrated SCC-Guanxi-LP conceptual framework, investigating how SCC (comprising Joint Operations, Joint Risk Management, and Joint Resource Sharing) affects LP through the mediating role of Guanxi. Utilizing a systematic literature review methodology, the analysis elucidates Guanxi's mechanisms in fostering trust, facilitating information transparency, and enabling resource synergy within supply chain partnerships. Findings indicate that Guanxi amplifies the positive effects of SCC on LP by reinforcing Guanxi stability and collaborative efficiency, thereby contributing to sustained competitive advantages. Theoretically, this study advances SCC research by integrating cultural dimensions into performance analysis, while practically, it offers actionable insights for firms to leverage informal governance mechanisms in partner selection and policy design.
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