In a move that’s got global markets buzzing, Chinese President Xi Jinping and former U.S. President Donald Trump held their first direct call of 2026 this week. While Trump no longer holds office, the dialogue highlights ongoing efforts to stabilize relations between the world’s two largest economies. 🗣️
James Zimmerman, chair of AmCham China, called the exchange a "confidence booster" for businesses navigating cross-Pacific trade. "Predictability is like oxygen for investors," he said. "When leaders engage, it reduces the ‘uh-oh’ moments that freeze deals." 💼
With U.S.-China trade hitting $758 billion in 2025, Zimmerman stressed that long-term engagement—not just crisis management—is critical. "Companies aren’t asking for perfect harmony," he added. "They need clear rules of the road. Think of it as a GPS for global supply chains." 🚚🌐
Analysts say this year’s early communication could set the tone for tech, green energy, and AI collaborations. As one Shanghai-based entrepreneur put it: "No one wins when the giants play chess without a board." ♟️✨
