The sixth China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai is spotlighting global trade partnerships this week, with U.S. businesses playing a starring role. Eric Zheng, President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, calls the event a \"game-changer\" for fostering economic ties between the world’s two largest economies.
🔑 By the numbers: U.S.-China trade hit $700 billion in 2022, with $150 billion in American exports to China. \"Agriculture is a win-win,\" says Zheng, highlighting recent deals for U.S. farmers. 🌾🚜
💡 Why it matters: While tech rivalries grab headlines, Zheng emphasizes cooperation over decoupling: \"Our members have grown alongside China’s development for decades—everyone benefits.\" The CIIE’s role? A trusted stage for turning dialogue into deals.
🌐 Global ripple effect: With senior U.S. delegates attending, the expo signals renewed momentum for cross-Pacific collaboration. As Zheng puts it: \"Zero-sum thinking helps nobody. This is about shared prosperity.\"
