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China will defend its maritime rights: defense minister
Washington, District Of Columbia (AFP) Aug 19, 2013
Military relations between China and the United States are steadily improving but Beijing remains determined to defend its maritime rights, the country's defense minister said Monday during a US visit. Although General Chang Wanquan and his US counterpart, Pentagon chief Chuck Hagel, struck an optimistic tone after more than three hours of talks, the Chinese official made clear Beijing would not make concessions when it comes to its core interests. "We always insist that related disputes be solv ... read more

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