China–United States Relations
Two centuries of relations between China and the United States have included conflict and cooperation in the diplomatic, economic, and social spheres. This relationship has been plagued by cycles of unrealistic expectations on each side of the Pacific, followed by deep disappointment. A common enemy, such as the Japanese during World War II or the Soviets in the latter stages of the Cold War, proved to be the single most important factor in building strong ties.
The Treaty Port Era
Trade formed the basis for the first Sino-U.S. contact. In 1784 the U.S. ship Empress of China carried silver.....
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