U.S. Commerce Secretary discusses trip to China amid military and economic tensions

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo visited China to engage with top Chinese leadership during a time of security and trade tensions between the two countries and China's economic slowdown, warning that American businesses could consider China "uninvestable" unless action is taken to address their concerns.

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8/22/2023

US commerce secretary will visit China next week at a critical moment for the world's top two economies

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8/24/2023

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China's commerce ministry spokesperson, Shu Jueting, expressed China's willingness to engage in comprehensive discussions with the United States to address economic and trade issues during the upcoming visit of U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.

8/26/2023

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8/28/2023

US, China agree to discuss export controls as commerce secretary visits to warm up chilly ties

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8/29/2023

US commerce secretary rejects Chinese appeal to ease export controls

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo rejected China's appeal to reduce U.S. export controls on technology with potential military applications but agreed to have experts meet to discuss disputes over protecting trade secrets, as efforts continue to restore strained relations between the two countries.

8/30/2023

China says easing market access in response to 'uninvestible' comment from US

China defends its business practices and claims that most U.S. firms want to stay, despite Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo stating that China has become "uninvestible" due to fines, raids, and other actions that make it risky to do business there.

8/30/2023

'Uninvestable' not a term to describe China, says EU Chamber of Commerce

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9/10/2023

Harris Calls for 'De-Risking' with China, Not 'Decoupling'; Criticizes 'Bullying' in South China Sea

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9/12/2023

Raimondo Urges China to Improve Business Climate for U.S. Companies During Visit

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo plans to meet with major American company CEOs following her recent trip to China, where she expressed concerns about business conditions and hopes for improved market access and regulatory environment.