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Pentagon policy chief can’t get invited to Beijing
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Pentagon policy chief can’t get invited to Beijing Anger over U.S. arms sales to Taiwan appears to have played a role in China's decision. Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby, a longtime China hawk, wants to play nice with an official visit to Beijing. The Chinese government is making it clear he’s not welcome.
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- Phelim Kine; Jack DetschBy Phelim Kine; Jack Detsch
Pentagon policy chief can’t get invited to Beijing Anger over U.S. arms sales to Taiwan appears to have played a role in China's decision. Pentagon policy chief Elbridge Colby, a longtime China hawk, wants to play nice with an official visit to Beijing. The Chinese government is …
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