Geopolitical revolution as Pakistan strengthens ties with China
By France 24
31 August 2017 |
3:13 pm
A geopolitical revolution is currently underway in south Asia. With diplomatic relations between the US and Pakistan souring in recent months, Islamabad is inching closer to Beijing.
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