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Survey Reveals Growing Optimism for U.S.-China Relations

3/10/2026

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A late-2025 survey by AmCham South China shows 39% of over 400 respondents expect improved U.S.-China relations.
The 14-point increase from 2024 indicates growing, though cautious, optimism about bilateral ties.
Harley Seyedin, chairman of AmCham South China, described trade as a "tactical truce".
Seyedin noted that decoupling is slowing.
The report precedes U.S. President Donald Trump’s anticipated visit to China, the first trip by an American leader in nine years.

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A late-2025 survey by AmCham South China shows 39% of over 400 respondents expect improved U.S.-China relations.
The 14-point increase from 2024 indicates growing, though cautious, optimism about bilateral ties.
Harley Seyedin, chairman of AmCham South China, described trade as a "tactical truce".
Seyedin noted that decoupling is slowing.
The report precedes U.S. President Donald Trump’s anticipated visit to China, the first trip by an American leader in nine years.