Table of Contents

Preface

Chapter 1. U.S.-China Relations
(Susan V. Lawrence, Thomas Lum, Caitlin Campbell, Michael F. Martin, Rachel F. Fefer, Andres B. Schwarzenberg and Jane A. Leggett – Specialist in Asian Affairs, Congressional Research Service, et al.)

Chapter 2. U.S.-China Trade and Economic Relations: Overview
(Karen M. Sutter – Specialist in Asian Trade and Finance, Congressional Research Service)

Chapter 3. What’s the Difference?—Comparing U.S. and Chinese Trade Data
(Michael F. Martin – Specialist in Asian Affairs, Congressional Research Service)

Chapter 4. COVID-19: U.S.-China Economic Considerations
(Karen M. Sutter and Michael D. Sutherland – Specialist in Asian Trade and Finance, Congressional Research Service, et al.)

Chapter 5. U.S.-China Strategic Competition in South and East China Seas: Background and Issues for Congress
(Ronald O’Rourke – Specialist in Naval Affairs, Congressional Research Service)

Chapter 6. South China Sea Disputes: Background and U.S. Policy
(Ben Dolven, Susan V. Lawrence and Ronald O’Rourke – Specialist in Asian Affairs, Congressional Research Service, et al.)

Chapter 7. China Naval Modernization: Implications for U.S. Navy Capabilities—Background and Issues for Congress
(Ronald O’Rourke – Specialist in Naval Affairs, Congressional Research Service)

Chapter 8. U.S.-China Phase I Deal: Agriculture
(Anita Regmi – Analyst in Agricultural Policy, Congressional Research Service)

Chapter 9. The Legal Basis for the U.S.-China “Phase One” Agreement and Implications for Implementation
(Nina M. Hart – Legislative Attorney, Congressional Research Service)

Index