Is China pivoting away from ‘wolf-warrior diplomacy’?
18 January 2023 |
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Political analysts say the appointment of a new Chinese foreign minister may reflect Beijing's attempt to soften its foreign policy approach and warm up to Western diplomats – or restrengthen itself against US rivalry.
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