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China–United States relations, often referred to as ChinaUS or Sino–American relations, describes the bilateral interaction between the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the United States. The relationship encompasses diplomacy, economics, security, culture, and people-to-people ties, and is marked by extensive interdependence alongside strategic competition.

Historically, the two countries shifted from mutual suspicion to formal diplomatic engagement in 1979, followed by growing economic linkages after China’s market reforms and its 2001 accession to the World Trade Organization. The ensuing decades saw the United States become a major partner and investor in China, while China became a significant trading partner for the United States. In the 2010s and 2020s, disputes over trade imbalances, intellectual property, technology transfer, and market access, as well as tensions over Taiwan, human rights, and regional security, contributed to a climate of intensified competition and strategic rivalry.

Economically, the relationship features deep trade and investment ties, joint supply chains, and collaboration in areas such as climate and science. At the same time, technology competition and policy measures—export controls, sanctions, and screening of investments—reflect concerns about national security, industrial policy, and governance models. Both countries influence global supply chains, markets, and standards.

Security and diplomacy cover the Indo-Pacific strategic landscape, Taiwan, the South China Sea, military modernization, cyber norms, and crisis management. Diplomatic tools include high-level dialogues, bilateral consultations, and multilateral forums, as well as sanctions and sanctions relief as conditions change.

People-to-people ties, including education, tourism, and cultural exchange, contribute to mutual understanding but are sensitive to visa policies and political climates. The ChinaUS relationship continues to shape regional and global governance on trade, climate, health, and security.