February 9, 2010

Bumps and Bruises of U.S.-China Ties

Francesco Sisci, Asia Times

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BEIJING - China's pivotal role in trying to get North Korea to commit to denuclearization and return to multilateral talks on its nuclear program could bring United States President Barack Obama a substantial reward for the long-standing US approach of peaceful engagement with the North. Furthermore, it would be Beijing's first significant political contribution to Obama's policy of a renewed and strengthened commitment with China.

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