[Barrin92]

When two parties negotiate they generally try to negotiate in their personal interest. Given how many Western companies flocked to China the access was apparently still worth it.

It's not like this is uncommon either. The US themselves did this under Hamilton's American System and Japan did it in the late 19th century when they maximized goods and technology coming in while trying to keep as much foreign influence out. It's a reasonable strategy and particularly understandable with a historical view of East-Asia, which doesn't have the best experience with opening up to Western companies.

I never really understood where the problem is because China didn't kidnap Apple's CEO and forced them to build factories in China. If Americans think whatever China offers is not worth it they're free not to participate.

[sukilot]

Sure, "American" multinational corporation managers love to play ball with CCP to make money. That doesn't mean Americans citizens love it or that American government should support it.