BEIJING — Despite global economic headwinds, the commercial relationship between the Chinese mainland and the United States continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and mutual interest, according to recent trade data and business surveys. The China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) highlighted the enduring strength of these ties at a recent press conference.
"Chinese and US business communities have shown a strong willingness to strengthen cooperation, and the results of their collaboration have been highly tangible," stated Wang Guannan, a spokesperson for the CCPIT.
The optimism is backed by concrete numbers. Citing the newly released 2026 American Business in China White Paper from the American Chamber of Commerce in China (AmCham China), the CCPIT noted that approximately 52% of surveyed US-funded enterprises operating in the Chinese mainland expect to be profitable in 2025. This figure represents a 6 percentage point increase from the previous year's survey. Furthermore, more than half of the surveyed companies continue to rank the Chinese mainland among their top three global investment destinations.
"Data clearly shows that the two economies remain deeply intertwined, with cooperation continuing to be the prevailing theme," the CCPIT emphasized.
This sentiment is reflected in ongoing commercial exchanges. So far in 2026, the CCPIT has facilitated 65 projects involving Chinese companies participating in or hosting exhibitions in the United States. These events have covered a total area of 24,600 square meters and attracted participation from over 1,600 Chinese enterprises, showcasing the dynamic flow of goods and ideas across the Pacific.
Looking ahead, business engagement is set to intensify. Wang pointed to the upcoming fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), where participation by US companies is expected to expand significantly. The expo is poised to serve as a critical platform for enterprises from both countries to deepen collaboration in key sectors such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, medical technology, and high-end manufacturing.
"The CCPIT will continue to contribute to the stable, sound and sustainable development of China-US relations," Wang affirmed, underscoring the trade body's role in fostering a predictable and cooperative business environment.
The findings present a narrative counter to simplistic portrayals of decoupling, instead painting a picture of two economic giants whose fortunes remain significantly linked. For global investors and business professionals monitoring Asian markets, the sustained confidence of US firms in the Chinese mainland's market potential is a key indicator of ongoing opportunities and the fundamental strength of bilateral economic ties.
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