Beijing, April 2025 – Over 800 delegates from 48 countries and regions gathered in the Chinese capital for the 2025 Global Trade and Investment Promotion Summit, hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, the first major business event since the US and China signed a trade agreement in Geneva.
U.S. Firms Bet on the Chinese Market
In a conversation with CGTN reporter You Yang, Michael Hart, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in China, said, "U.S. enterprises in China have always believed in the Chinese market. We hope both governments can find ways to cooperate for the benefit of enterprises and consumers on both sides." This bold statement underscores enduring confidence despite global uncertainties.
Key Themes from the Summit
- Investment Flows: Tracking how capital moves across borders post-Geneva.
- Tech and Innovation: Spotlight on digital trade and supply chain resilience.
- Sustainability: Building greener partnerships for tomorrow’s consumers.
Why Global Citizens Should Care
With policies shifting and markets evolving, young entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts and changemakers have a front-row seat to how international trade shapes our world. The summit’s insights point to fresh opportunities—from green energy ventures to digital services—that could redefine global commerce.
Bottom Line: The US–China Geneva deal may have set the stage, but the real action comes from businesses and governments turning dialogue into results. For globally minded professionals, this summit was a reminder: collaboration fuels growth.
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President of American Chamber of Commerce in China on bilateral trade
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