China’s star continues to rise.
The world’s most populous country is now seen by many international observers as a superpower in its own right. It has a rapidly growing middle class, a globally respected military, and as the United States has withdrawn from international trade deals under the leadership of President Donald Trump, China has stepped into the void, aggressively pursuing an expansionistic trade strategy.
China’s global rise has been reflected in the world of seafood. Here are five trends that show the progress China has made in the global seafood trade – and potential barriers that could slow or even halt China’s future ascendance.