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Beijing fetes wartime pilots ahead of Biden meeting but underlying narrative of America as rival unchanged

China’s charm offensive in Europe has threatening undertones and is likely to fail as a result

Chinese president prioritises employment creation a year after he told the young to toughen up and embrace hardship

South-east Asian country has become critical supply hub for western and Chinese manufacturers

Beijing launches restructuring of armed forces as it challenges US dominance in Pacific

Beijing hosts business tycoons as authorities seek to reinvigorate economy

President uses new year address to stress support for country’s vulnerable people and reiterate Taiwan stance

Brussels sought visit to mark 50 years of ties, but move adds to scepticism about warm words from Beijing

Leaders meet on sidelines of Apec summit in Peru as Beijing prepares for new administration in Washington

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