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3 Concerns from Chinese Investors

Observations from Discussions with Chinese CEOs Since starting my own global consulting practice FAO Global, I have talked to many Chinese investors and business owners who want to enter the U.S. market but are concerned over the geopolitical and market trends in the United States. Companies that want to invest in non-technical or national security sectors are unsure…

China, Japan to establish Belt and Road Council

As of May 8th, the Japanese and Chinese governments have announced plans to create a council to discuss joint China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) projects in other nations. Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang are expected to formally establish the council during the Japanese, Chinese, South Korean summit happening May 9. – Adriana Ray

China’s Economy Cooling Down

According a studied released on August 14 by the China National Bureau of Statistics China’s economic growth slowed 5.5%. This rate is lower compared to the first seven months (January through July) of the previous year’s growth. Beijing tried to explain the slow growth by China transitioning from ““high-speed growth” to “high-quality growth,” which was promoted by high tech initiative as part of Beijing’s “Made in China 2025” industrial policy. – Ziqing Zhang

For our assessment on the global impacts on businesses, see our detailed summary and assessment here.

American Meat Export is Likely to Take a Big Hit Following Chinese Tariffs

Following the latest round of American tariffs on Chinese goods July 5, Beijing responded with retaliatory tariffs imposed on July 6, adding a 25% duty targeting American soybeans, meat, and vehicles. US farm produce, especially beef and high-end steaks, is expected to take a significant hit as exports to China becomes increasingly more expensive. The duty rate on US beef to China is being tripled from 12% to 37%, just as US beef was beginning to reemerge as a strong player in Chinese markets. – Dillon Billingham

China-Based US Businesses May Already Be Suffering from Ongoing Tariffs Talks

The Friday, July 5 deadline of US president Donald Trump’s $34 billion USD tariffs on Chinese goods has already started causing trouble for American businesses in China. Smaller firms have been struggling with new obstacles in customs, regulations, inspections, and licensing applications. For a more detailed summary and our analysis, read more here.

Growing fear of Chinese Investment in the West

Following increasing trade tensions between China and the United States, more countries have raised national security concerns surrounding Chinese foreign investment. After the U.S. blocked several deals with China, Germany, Canada, and the U.K. all raised concerns on proposed Chinese investment in their own countries. -Weiting Li

For a detailed summary and our assessment on business impacts, read more here.

US and China Still Negotiating on Trade

The most recent round of US-China trade talks ended on Sunday, June 3 without any signed trade deals. Some reports earlier this week claimed that China agreed to buy more agricultural products, including soy beans and corn as well as energy products such as natural gas. – Ziqing Zhang

China to be importing more American goods

As of May 21, Beijing announced that it would be purchasing additional American imports in the coming years after both the United States and China decided to “halt” the trade war — a conflict US President Donald Trump claims was sparked primarily by the large American deficit in their trade relationship. – Adriana Ray

US pullout of nuclear deal with Iran adds to Chinese influence

In early May of this year, United States President Donald Trump’s announced that the U.S. would be withdrawing from the denuclearization deal with Iran and re-imposing sanctions, sending shock waves through the world. Amidst the ensuing confusion, China has made it clear they intend to increase trade with …. Read More Here. – Adriana Ray

The Secret Trip to North Korea

Over Easter Weekend, (March 31-April 1) then CIA Director Mike Pompeo and other intelligence officials make a secret trip to North Korea as a representative for the Trump administration. The goal of the trip was to lay the groundwork for talks between Kim Jung-un,…..Read More Here – Adriana Ray