US state seeks more Chinese ties

Georgia looks to negate damaging impact of Washington's trade tariffs

ATLANTA - Despite concerns over the US-initiated trade dispute with China, the state of Georgia is showing strong interest in building ties with Chinese partners in order to offset the negative impact caused by Washington's protectionist policy.

Georgia, a southern state known for its business-friendly environment and trade-driven economy, recently hosted an investment and trade forum with northwest China's Shaanxi province for local entrepreneurs and business representatives who were eager to find more potential opportunities to forge partnerships with the Chinese side.