From Asia
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CHINA
ON THE MOVE
No reason to frighten the analysts
Concerns over China's economy are preoccupying analysts all over
the world. Samuel Baker toured the
country recently and found that visions of disaster are overblown.
Charm offensive means business
In his visit to the US this week, China's premier is prepared to
wine and dine the leaders in Washington as part of his country's new charm
offensive - one that's swayed China's neighbors into accommodating the dragon
next door. But when it comes to Sino-US relations, it's not personal; it's
business, and sweet talk will likely win few hearts or minds. - Gary LaMoshi
US-CHINA: QUEST
FOR PEACE
Part 1: Two nations, a world apart
A stable East Asia is essential to global peace and
prosperity, and US-China relations are the fulcrum for enduring peace in the
region. Yet how can two nations so fundamentally different achieve harmony? In
a new series, Henry C K Liu seeks
the answers in history, beginning with the disasters of the Crusades and the
promises of the US constitution.
And, for what
it’s worth :
Bombed hotel in SA was a playboy hotel;
not a political target?
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