Over 800 political and business leaders from the U.S. and China gathered in Chicago this week to bridge economic divides and explore partnerships in AI, agriculture, and innovation. The 9th annual CGCC Chicago gala, themed ‘Driving Forward Together,’ spotlighted cross-border investments topping $1.4 trillion—a clear signal that collaboration trumps rivalry in 2025. 💡
Powering Up Partnerships
Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng highlighted ‘win-win’ opportunities following President Xi Jinping and former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent meeting in Busan, which he said ‘recalibrated’ bilateral relations. With China’s 15th Five-Year Plan rolling out, Xie emphasized that ‘healthy U.S.-China ties aren’t optional—they’re essential’ for global stability. 🌐
By the Numbers
🇨🇳 7,000+ Chinese companies operate in the U.S., supporting 1M+ jobs
🇺🇸 80,000 American firms invest in China, totaling $1.2T
🤝 CGCC members alone have poured $140B into U.S. economies
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson praised Chinese firms for ‘enriching communities’ through tech advancements and job creation, while CGCC Chair Ni Pin urged ‘shared prosperity through innovation.’ From AI labs to Midwest farms, this summit proves the world’s top economies are still writing their growth story—together. 🚀
