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Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates appeared to advance a new, non-confrontational policy toward Beijing last week by declaring that China's growing military presence is not a problem, in contrast to his predecessor who viewed Beijing’s military as a threat to the Asia-Pacific region. “No, I don't consider China at this point a military threat to the United States,” Gates told reporters before leaving on his first trip as defense secretary to China. (FULL STORY)
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Beijing talks 'win-win' ties to Gates but threatens 'non-peaceful' response to Taiwan Beijing's leadership has ratcheted up pressure on Taiwan during the three-day China trip by Secretary of Defense Robert Gates. President Hu Jintao and senior generals Guo Boxiong and Cao Gangchuan underscored the role that the Taiwan issue plays in Sino-U.S. relations. Defense Minister Cao told the Gates delegation that the PLA would not hesitate to “use resolute measures” against Taipei should the administration of President Chen Shui-bian continue to push its pro-independence agenda. Hu was effusive howver on the prospects of a “win-win situation” in bilateral ties with the U.S. |
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North Korea deal enters critical stage; U.S. expects 'irreversible dismantling'
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