As the world watched Chinese President Xi Jinping meet his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump in Busan, 🌏 the spotlight landed on the power of high-level diplomacy. For the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), business communities from both sides are the real MVPs of economic cooperation.
At the APEC CEO Summit in Gyeongju, CCPIT led 108 reps from 47 Chinese companies into the mix—alongside U.S. firms and global peers—all buzzing about the Xi-Trump talks. The goal? Deeper exchanges that could fuel global growth and bring some much-needed certainty to markets. 🚀
This year alone, CCPIT has:
- Welcomed or met over 60 U.S. business delegations
- Supported 3,500+ Chinese companies at 50+ U.S. trade shows, from electronics to green energy
- Issued 66,000 export certificates of origin for the U.S. between January and September
As part of APEC’s big picture, the CEO Summit remains the go-to stage for leaders to dive into trade trends, AI, digital economy and connectivity. Mark your calendars: China will host the APEC CEO Summit in 2026, stepping into the spotlight as organizer.
Back home, CCPIT reports steady resilience in foreign trade. From January to September 2025, it issued 6.15 million certificates—a 17.6% jump year-on-year. Even the Global Trade Friction Index dipped by 15.2% in August, showing a positive turn. 📈
For young professionals, entrepreneurs and global explorers, these moves signal a robust platform for partnerships and a roadmap for future growth. Stay tuned for more updates as APEC events continue to reshape the business landscape! 🧭
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CCPIT on strengthening APEC cooperation, China-U.S. business ties
cgtn.com
