USCBC China Trade Recommendations
USCBC testified on how to improve intellectual property and technology protections in China at a Trump administration hearing on May 16. USCBC’s submission includes alternative approaches to the tariffs proposed by USTR under its Section 301 trade case against China.
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Unofficial Translation of Chinese Retaliatory Tariffs
An unofficial USCBC-translated list of Chinese tariffs on the United States
China’s Ministry of Finance on June 15, 2018 released a retaliation list in response to the United States’ tariff announcement the same day. This unofficial translation from USCBC includes two lists - the first list will be implemented July 6 and the second will be implemented at a later date.
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2018 State Exports Report
This year's edition of our annual State Exports Report is now available. It provides state-by-state profiles on exports of goods and services to China over the past decade, and estimates the employment impact of those exports.
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USCBC 45th Annual Membership Meeting
The Honorable Kevin Rudd (26th Prime Minister of Australia) gives his keynote address
The US-China Business Council held its 45th Annual Membership Meeting on June 5th, featuring former and current government officials, thought leaders, and titans of industry.
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Beijing China Operations Conference 2018
Register now for our 2018 China Operations Conference in Beijing and get an early bird discount! This annual not-to-be-missed conference will bring together a range of business and policy experts to discuss important new operating and policy developments affecting business in China.
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USCBC at Shanghai Commerce Commission Briefing
Owen Haacke, Chief Representative for USCBC’s Shanghai office, addressed member company interests at the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce’s annual Briefing on Shanghai’s Commerce and Investment. Each year, the Shanghai Commerce Commission invites senior Shanghai leaders from the municipal government and relevant departments to report on Shanghai’s development and how foreign companies contribute to that development in China. USCBC members were well represented at the briefing, and recognized for their achievements building their business in China.
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Zhejiang Delegation Meeting
USCBC President John Frisbie met with Che Jun, Party Secretary of China’s Zhejiang province, along with the Zhejiang delegation and members of American companies operating in China. Frisbie’s annual spring visit to China coincided with the last days of the 2018 National People’s Congress.
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USCBC China Trade Recommendations
USCBC testified on how to improve intellectual property and technology protections in China at a Trump administration hearing on May 16. USCBC’s submission includes alternative approaches to the tariffs proposed by USTR under its Section 301 trade case against China.
Read More
Unofficial Translation of Chinese Retaliatory Tariffs
An unofficial USCBC-translated list of Chinese tariffs on the United States
China’s Ministry of Finance on June 15, 2018 released a retaliation list in response to the United States’ tariff announcement the same day. This unofficial translation from USCBC includes two lists - the first list will be implemented July 6 and the second will be implemented at a later date.
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2018 State Exports Report
This year's edition of our annual State Exports Report is now available. It provides state-by-state profiles on exports of goods and services to China over the past decade, and estimates the employment impact of those exports.
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Week in Review: China’s WTO review, backlash against tariffs, White House and Congress battle on ZTE, legislative updates, and congressional hearings on President Trump’s trade actions

United States argues WTO insufficient to address concerns about China’s trade policies

At the seventh review of China’s trade policies at the World Trade Organization (WTO) -- part of a regular process for all WTO members -- US Ambassador Dennis Shea stated that while China’s unfair and...

What You Need to Know About China’s New Negative Lists for Foreign Investment

China recently issued two revised lists of restricted sectors for foreign investment: one applying nationwide, and a second list with additional openings applying only to free trade zones (FTZs). The nationwide list was released June 28 and broadens openings in finance, transportation...

Tariffs Spur Company Action

As the first round of tariffs on US and Chinese goods came into effect last week, and with additional rounds due in the coming weeks and months, companies with business in China are enacting action plans to mitigate effects on their operations.

Several companies and...

Third Draft of Ecommerce Law Makes Improvements, But Fails to Solve Key Issues

China's National People's Congress (NPC) on June 29 released the third draft of the Ecommerce Law for public comment. The NPC was expected to enact the previous draft of the law, but disagreements arose about provisions that ended requirements for ecommerce sellers to register as...

New Scientific Data Measures May Impact China-based R&D

China has implemented new rules setting requirements on the storage, use, and flow of scientific data. Although intended to strengthen data security and promote data sharing, the measures could affect companies’ university partnerships and R&D centers in the pharmaceutical,...

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