China has urged U.S.-funded businesses to play an active role in safeguarding global industrial and supply chain stability amid rising trade tensions. The call came during a roundtable meeting in Beijing hosted by Chinese Vice Commerce Minister Ling Ji, who emphasized China's commitment to fostering a predictable environment for foreign investors.
Ling, also deputy China international trade representative, highlighted multilateral cooperation as key to addressing global economic challenges. He reassured attendees that China's policies on foreign investment 'will not change,' with authorities pledging to protect the lawful rights of overseas businesses, including those from the U.S.
The remarks followed criticism of recent U.S. tariff measures, which Ling described as undermining the multilateral trading system. 'China has taken resolute countermeasures to safeguard international fairness and urge a return to cooperative frameworks,' he stated. Representatives from over 20 U.S.-funded companies, including Tesla, GE HealthCare, and Medtronic, attended the dialogue.
Analysts view the meeting as part of broader efforts to stabilize cross-border commercial ties while addressing friction points. Ling reiterated that China's market 'will only open wider,' signaling continued opportunities for international enterprises in Asia's largest economy.
