Archive · 9 Jun 2025
US and China Officials Clash Over Trade at Shanghai Event
Imagine the US and China are having a disagreement, like when friends can't agree on how to share toys.
At a business event in Shanghai, a US official said the way China and the US do business isn't fair.
The Chinese official disagreed, saying the US view was incorrect.
They're arguing about money and trade.
Both countries had a conversation to try and solve these issues but didn't fully solve them.
Businesses are also unsure what to do because of the problem.
Both sides want to create a trade situation that works for everyone.
U.S. and Chinese officials exchanged criticisms at an event in Shanghai.
The event was hosted by the American Chamber of Commerce.
U.S. Consul General Scott Walker criticized the U.S.-China economic relationship.
A Shanghai Communist Party official, Chen Jing, countered Walker's views.
The exchange occurred amidst ongoing trade tensions and prior discussions between leaders.
- Who
- U.S. and Chinese officials
- What
- Exchange of criticisms regarding the economic relationship
- When
- Not explicitly stated, but near May 12th.
- Where
- Shanghai
- Why
- Reflect ongoing trade tensions and disagreements
United States
China
Economic Relationship
United States
U.S. view: The U.S.-China economic relationship has been unbalanced and non-reciprocal; Wants an end to discriminatory actions and retaliation against U.S. companies.
China
Chinese view: U.S. view is prejudiced, ungrounded, and does not align with the discussion between the heads of state.
- Event Host
- American Chamber of Commerce
- Event Location
- Shanghai
- U.S. Consul General
- Scott Walker
- Shanghai Communist Party Official
- Chen Jing
- Companies Represented by AmCham Shanghai
- Over 1,000
