Why U.S. - China Relations Matter to the Heartland
A U.S. - China Heartland Association Annual Report
Why U.S. – China Relations Matter to the Heartland examines the benefits of the U.S.-China relationship at the state level and provides an easy-to-access resource for Heartland states all on one platform.
Even as the U.S. and China shift toward strategic competition, USHCA believes the interests of the American people are best served by thoughtful exploration of opportunities with the Chinese people, rather than a wholesale dismissal of ties. And so, we remain committed to promoting a productive and mutually beneficial relationship between the American heartland region and China through exchanges in culture, education and business. This project is an effort with that goal in mind.
“Why U.S. – China Relations Matter to the Heartland” is a resource for business leaders, state and local politicians, higher education professionals, and anyone else who wants to understand key data of the Heartland’s cultural, educational and business ties to China.
Few grasp the longevity and multi-faceted nature of the U.S.-China relationship across culture, education and business. “Why U.S – China Relations Matter to the Heartland” helps put things in perspective.
Each state page has useful information on goods exports, service exports, economic impact of Chinese trade, education data, sister city partnerships and more.
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6th Annual U.S.-China Sister Cities Summit
Min Fan, USHCA’s Executive Director, was one of many representatives from the Heartland states that traveled to Tacoma, Washington, to participate in the 6th U.S. – China Sister Cities Summit on July 18 – 19th, 2024.
The community of Tacoma rolled out the red carpet for their domestic and international visitors; guests were greeted with a band of bagpipers, a formal cannon salute, traditional Mexican Salsa and Chinese Lion dances, as well as blessings by Puyallup Tribal leaders.
Why China Matters to the Heartland – 2023 Launch Event
On Tuesday, January 31st, 2023, USHCA launched to much anticipated 2023 Why China Matters to the Heartland annual report, bringing together local leaders to share their insights as to why China matters to their states.
Why China Matters to the Heartland – 2022 Event Replay
How does China economically benefit each Heartland state? What are the cultural ties and important partnerships each Heartland state has with China? 70,159 Chinese-American population of Michigan 2020. What are the Chinese -American demographics in each Heartland state? Event Speakers