California remains one of the most vital U.S. hubs for trade with China, playing a central role in trans-Pacific commerce. But recent tariffs imposed by the U.S. government have introduced new challenges and uncertainty into this long-standing economic relationship.

In response, trade officials and business leaders from both China and California came together at a forum in Los Angeles this week. Their goal: to strengthen cooperation, reaffirm mutual commitments, and explore ways to navigate the shifting trade landscape.

CGTN’s Ediz Tiyansan reports.

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