The Corporate Cavalry Rides into Beijing The recent visit by US President Donald Trump to China has been accompanied by a familiar sight: a procession of American CEOs eager to secure access to the world's second largest economy.
This parade of corporate leaders is a telling indicator of the deep seated dependence of many US companies on China as a growth market. Economic necessity drives this phenomenon.
As consumers in developed economies face financial strain, Chinese buyers remain a coveted prize for American companies seeking to expand their reach.