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America’s allies are flocking to China
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A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist. As Donald Trump shakes up global politics, American allies are diversifying their diplomatic ties. While visits to Beijing may yield few concrete deals, they offer China a symbolic victory and valuable time.
Topics covered:
- Chinese diplomacy
- Donald Trump’s trade policy
- Xi Jinping
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