U.S.-China gastrodiplomacy: Despite political tension, fast food chains from both countries gain popularity in each other’s territory
- Posted on September 20, 2026
- By Fortune
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Despite geopolitical tensions between Washington and Beijing, culinary exchange thrives as major food brands from both nations expand into each other's markets. Mixue, a Chinese beverage and snack giant operating tens of thousands of outlets globally, has launched its American venture with initial locations established in December. This phenomenon demonstrates how gastrodiplomacy and consumer appetite can transcend political friction, creating unique opportunities for international business growth and cultural exchange through food.
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