A Fleeting Opportunity Amidst the Detente The meeting between Xi Jinping and Donald Trump has brought about an unexpected calm in Sino US trade relations, or so it seems from the perspective of regional officials in Zhejiang province.
This coastal manufacturing hub is urging its major manufacturers to seize the opportunity presented by the "favourable climate" for expanding exports to the US.
At first glance, this move appears welcome in the midst of a trade war that has had far reaching consequences for both countries. However, it's worth examining the motivations behind Zhejiang officials' enthusiasm.