US to raise trade, rights, and Syria with China VP
- Published: 11/02/2012 at 01:32 PM
- Online news: Asia
The United States said it would raise concerns about trade, human rights and Syria during a closely watched visit by China's likely next leader next week, despite hopes to improve ties.
The United States said it would raise concerns about trade, human rights and Syria during a closely watched visit next week by China's Vice President Xi Jinping, the country's likely next leader, despite hopes to improve ties.
White House officials said they would seek to send a message to Vice President Xi Jinping that the United States welcomes China's rise, but that Beijing was testing the patience even of supporters of the relationship.
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- Writer: AFP News agency
- Position: Agence France-Presse
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