Bridging Finance to Foster China-U.S. Economic and Trade Cooperation China (Shaanxi)-U.S. Economic and Trade Matchmaking Conference Successfully Held at Bank of China U.S.A.

On May 4, Bank of China U.S.A. successfully hosted the China (Shaanxi)-U.S. Economic and Trade Matchmaking Conference at its New York Branch. The event was jointly organized by the Shaanxi Sub-council of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) and the New Jersey Trade and Investment Promotion Association.

Approximately 120 representatives from government agencies, business communities, industry associations, and enterprises from China and the United States gathered for in-depth discussions on cooperation in the green and health industries, cross-border trade alignment, and two-way investment opportunities, exploring new potential avenues for bilateral economic collaboration.

Fan Weibin, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the Shaanxi Provincial People’s Congress, attended the event and delivered opening remarks. He noted that Shaanxi has consistently deepened international exchange and cooperation with a spirit of openness. Mr. Fan further stated that he hopes the conference will create more opportunities for collaboration within the business community. He encouraged enterprises to strengthen ties, deepen industrial partnerships, and achieve complementary advantages and mutual benefits.

Zhang Fan, Economic and Commercial Counselor of the Chinese Consulate General in New York, stated that the economic and trade strengths of Shaanxi and the United States are highly complementary in many areas. He expressed hope that the conference would allow the Eastern United States to further experience the unique appeal of Shaanxi and jointly promote deeper cooperation and development in the future.

The event centered on the theme of “Green Health, Mutual Empowerment” and focused on key sectors including plant extracts, healthcare, green food, food processing, catering services, and trade cooperation. It highlighted the strong alignment between Shaanxi’s specialized industrial strengths and the demands of the U.S. market. A series of practical sessions—including industry-specific briefings, corporate product exhibitions, and one-on-one business matchmaking meetings—provided enterprises from both regions with an efficient, precise, and convenient platform for exchange and cooperation.

As a supporter of the event, Bank of China U.S.A. fully leveraged its expertise in cross-border financial services to actively facilitate in-person exchanges, targeted matchmaking, and substantive cooperation between Chinese and American enterprises. Zhang Gang, Executive Vice President of BOC U.S.A., stated that Bank of China has long been committed to serving cross-border trade, investment, and cooperation. He expressed the bank’s readiness to continue serving as a financial bridge by building exchange platforms, expanding channels for cooperation, and driving practical outcomes for businesses in both countries.

Finance serves as a crucial foundation for economic and trade cooperation and acts as an essential bridge connecting markets, enterprises, and opportunities. “As the earliest Chinese financial institution to enter the U.S. market, BOC U.S.A. has remained deeply rooted in local communities while actively supporting China-U.S. trade, industrial collaboration, and cultural exchange.”

Mr. Zhang further stated, “In recent years, the bank has supported numerous high-profile events, including the China International Import Expo (CIIE), Canton Fair promotional events in New York, the China-California Business Forum, and the Financial Street Forum Annual Conference.” These events have helped facilitate promotional activities for various Chinese provinces and municipalities, including Hainan, Tianjin, and Hebei.

By fostering practical cooperation across trade, investment, and finance, the U.S. branches continue to provide professional, efficient, and reliable financial support for both Chinese and American enterprises in their globalization efforts and foreign investment initiatives.

Looking ahead, Bank of China U.S.A. will continue to uphold the principles of openness, cooperation, and mutual benefit. By leveraging its unique advantages across both the Chinese and U.S. markets, the bank remains committed to actively supporting cross-border trade and investment. It aims to help more Chinese regional enterprises better understand the U.S. market and connect with global resources, while also assisting U.S. companies in seizing development opportunities in China. Bank of China will continue to serve as a financial bridge and service link, contributing to deeper China-U.S. economic and trade exchanges and the achievement of practical cooperation.