Events Archive
Geopolitical Risk Series: China’s Military Modernization and Military-Civil Fusion Initiative
In recent years, China’s leaders have stressed the importance of strengthening the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) into a “world-class” military by 2049. They have also set 2027 as a milestone for military modernization. With the world’s second largest defense budget, largest navy, and growing nuclear arsenal, China’s military modernization projects have become a key focus of policymakers in Washington and abroad.
Geopolitical Risk Series: China’s Maritime Territorial Disputes
The current dynamics in the South China Sea have created tensions and pose a risk of potential future conflict or crisis. In Fall 2023, China released its new official map ahead of the ASEAN Summit in Indonesia which now shows a 10-dash line, leading to official protest from Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, and other countries in the region.
Pre-Two Sessions Macro-Economy and Business Strategy Briefing (Beijing, In-Person Only)
Prior to the annual Two Sessions Meetings in Beijing, US-China Business Council (USCBC) facilitated a discussion led by an expert panel that delved into the intricacies of the current situation in China. The exclusive session provided a comprehensive overview, addressing prevailing domestic trends shaping China's economic and policy landscape, and an overview of the geopolitical dynamics. Participants gained valuable insights into the focal points businesses should prioritize as we navigate the landscape leading up to the 2024 two sessions.
China's Economic and Industry Outlook for 2024
USCBC debuted a new short-format 30-minute program with Chief Economist and Partner of Deloitte China, Xu Sitao. Mr. Xu presented the latest “Deloitte Research Monthly Outlook and Perspectives” report, which focuses on China's economic and industry outlook for 2024.
The Importance of US-China Science and Technology Cooperation
USCBC President Craig Allen held a discussion on January 18 with Scott Kennedy and Caroline Wagner on bilateral science and technology cooperation. The panelists discussed the US-China Science and Technology Agreement, which is currently up for renewal, trends in academic collaboration, and the impact of technology competition on collaboration.
Implications of Revoking China's PNTR Status: Report Release and Briefing with Oxford Economics
In collaboration with USCBC, Oxford Economics unveiled a report exploring the repercussions of Congress withdrawing China's Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) status and implementing heightened tariffs on all Chinese imports.