American Business in China White Paper

The post-pandemic global recovery remains fragile, constrained by rising trade protectionism, geopolitical tensions, and macroeconomic uncertainties. Within this environment, however, our member companies have demonstrated resilience, despite persistent operational hurdles.

At AmCham China, we advocate for a balanced approach, accommodating economic engagement alongside national interests. Acknowledging the necessity for the US to maintain its long-term competitiveness, this year’s American Business in China White Paper amplifies the voices of our member organizations, articulating their interests, objectives, and commercial imperatives.

AmCham China acknowledges the policies and efforts put forward by the Chinese government for a more open business environment. However, as always, the picture among member companies is more nuanced. From our member companies’ point of view, the policy measures need to be better communicated to foreign enterprises and carried out more consistently at all levels of the government. Additionally, our members also hope for open and candid communication channels for foreign-invested enterprises to provide timely feedback on the business environment.

Against this backdrop, the 27th edition of the American Business in China White Paper (White Paper) explores crosscutting, industry-specific, national, and regional issues faced by AmCham China’s member companies in 2024 and early 2025. Each chapter offers practical recommendations for addressing challenges facing the American business community, aiming to benefit both foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs) and the Chinese economy. We hope that this year’s White Paper will serve as a constructive tool for both the US and Chinese governments to reorient the bilateral relationship towards a more balanced and sustainable economic footing.