AmCham-China Praises Obama, Hu's Emphasis on Economy and Climate
AmCham-China officials also emphasized that Obama's decision to visit China less than a year into his presidency demonstrates his understanding of building long-lasting ties.
"The world continues to look toward the U.S. and China to promote strong global economic growth and take the lead on climate change," AmCham-China president Michael Barbalas said. "President Obama's decision to come to China before the end of his first year in office speaks volumes about the value he places on the relationship with Beijing. We understood that this first trip to China was unlikely to yield major announcements, and we remain optimistic about the still-new relationship between the Obama administration and China. President Obama has set a solid foundation for progress and it is clear that the meetings with his Chinese counterparts were highly productive."