50 States, 50 Stories

The relationship between the world two largest economies can sometimes feel divorced from everyday life, but the US-China relationship has a real, tangible impact on millions of Americans every day. The two countries' trading relationship supports US jobs, as US companies export billions in goods and services to China every year. Underneath the topline data of how much the United States as a whole exports to China are a trove of stories of the individuals whose lives depend on the relationship. From folks who work for Fortune 500 companies to small companies that specialize in things like paint or caskets, about more than a million US jobs are dependent on US-China trade. To dig into the more granular level, click on a state below to see what that area exports most to China and how many jobs are supported by those exports:

USCBC is actively working to highlight more voices from state and local stakeholders on the value of trade and economic engagement with China. If you are interested in collaborating with us on 50 States, 50 Stories, please contact USCBC Director of Subnational Initiatives Elizabeth Rowland.

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03/09/2023

By Doug Barry

There may be bipartisan dismay with China in the nation's capital and distrust nearly everywhere else. Still, leaders of a school in Manhattan believe that cooperation between the world’s largest economies is inevitable and necessary.

One such leader is Morgan Jones, senior associate director of enrollment at Avenues The World School, a private institution for K-12 students. Avenues is located on Tenth Avenue but is a metaphor for going places, enabled by language immersion...

02/23/2023

By Doug Barry

The Greater Cleveland Chinese Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) serves as a bridge between mainland Chinese who want to invest in the United States and Americans looking for business opportunities in China. The Trump-era trade war and the spread of COVID-19 brought big challenges to the organization. But the Chamber has become more important than ever in these strong headwinds, as it helps both sides learn more about each other. 

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01/25/2023

By Doug Barry

The United States produces only 20 percent of the seafood that Americans eat. That’s a need that requires filling by someone who’s good at finding fish worldwide. Meet Matthew Fass, president of Maritime Products International of Newport News, Virginia.

The Fass family seems to have seafood in their blood. Matt is the fourth generation of his family in the seafood industry, starting with his great grandfather, who was an oysterman in Portsmouth, Virginia. The family business...

01/10/2022
By Doug Barry Like many industries, the supply chains for businesses involved in printing and packaging are global. It’s no...
01/05/2022
By Doug Barry Times are tough but Washington companies want trade with China to expand. Hundreds of companies in the state work...
01/03/2022
By Doug Barry     Dan Digre is so frustrated with US trade policy towards China that he might as well use the loudspeakers he...
12/17/2021
By Mingyue Li   Since USCBC’s 50 States, 50 Stories project launched in early 2021, we have been speaking with a diverse group...
12/02/2021
By Doug Barry   As a foodie paradise, Hong Kong’s gastronomy scene is a tough nut to crack. But Garrett Brands, which has...
11/10/2021
By Doug Barry   Jeanne DeMund of Seattle, Washington, owned a business that combined Chinese manufacturing skill and her...
11/09/2021
By Doug Barry   Keith Hu wants to be optimistic. He has spent most of his professional life working for companies involved in...
11/02/2021
By Doug Barry    Reputation management gurus have long trumpeted the importance of dazzling customers with the quality and...
10/26/2021
By Doug Barry   Ben Zhang sits in his office for yet another Zoom meeting. The weather outside is mostly cloudy as usual in...
10/06/2021
By Doug Barry   You may be aware of huge purchases of American grains by Chinese buyers, but Chinese consumers also like our...
09/28/2021
By Doug Barry   The makers of Almond Roca, the almond-crusted toffee and chocolate in the crinkly gold wrapper, are planning...
09/15/2021
By Doug Barry   David Shogren has always liked to eat good food. So, it made sense to him to go from eating to selling it. Food...
09/09/2021
By Doug Barry   Hong Kong has been in the eye of an economic and political typhoon, and the circulating winds are growing...
09/08/2021
50 States, 50 Stories is a USCBC initiative to provide American sub-government organizations monthly roundups with our...
08/13/2021
Dear USCBC friends and partners, As you may have read in the news, USCBC initiated and led the drafting of a multi-association...
07/22/2021
50 States, 50 Stories is a new USCBC initiative to provide American sub-government organizations monthly roundups with our...
07/19/2021
By Doug Barry China is Michigan’s third largest export market, generating $2.8 billion in 2020. Like other states, the range of...
07/07/2021
By Doug Barry A few years ago in Silicon Valley, it was not unusual to find the flag of the People’s Republic of China flying...
06/10/2021
In 2020, the global economy underwent significant shifts, and the US-China commercial relationship was no exception. Early in...
06/10/2021
By Doug Barry Fifty states, fifty stories of trade relations with China. What distinguishes these stories from the national...

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