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U.S.-China gastrodiplomacy: Despite political tension, fast food chains from both countries gain popularity in each other’s territory
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Mixue, a Chinese fast‑food chain with over 53,000 outlets worldwide, launched its first three U.S. stores in December. The move is part of a broader trend of U.S. and Chinese fast‑food brands gaining traction in each other's markets despite ongoing political tensions. The expansion reflects growing consumer interest in cross‑border culinary offerings.
WHY IT MATTERS
It illustrates how food businesses can serve as a form of soft diplomacy, fostering cultural exchange and economic ties between the U.S. and China.
Mixue, one of the world’s largest fast-food chains with more than 53,000 locations, opened its first three U.S. stores in December.
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