China has expressed openness to continued American corporate participation in its market, as officials from both countries discussed trade and economic relations in Beijing.
Commerce Minister Wang Wentao made the remarks during a meeting on Monday with a delegation of the U.S.-China Business Council led by board chair Rajesh Subramaniam and president Sean Stein.
Wang said that despite ongoing differences and frictions, both sides should respect each other’s core interests and address disputes through dialogue conducted on an equal footing.
He emphasised that maintaining stable, healthy and sustainable China–U.S. economic relations serves the interests of both countries and the wider global economy.
Wang also noted that China’s economic trajectory continues to provide stability and predictability in a turbulent global environment, adding that the country will pursue high-quality development and further expand opening-up policies.
He highlighted the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030), describing it as a framework that will not only guide domestic development but also create new opportunities for international partners.
Representatives from the U.S. business delegation reportedly stressed the importance of continued communication between the two sides and expressed interest in strengthening long-term economic engagement with China.