US, China look for smoother future with VP visit
- Published: 13/02/2012 at 01:32 AM
- Online news: Asia
The United States and China will try to set the stage for a smoother relationship during a visit by China's likely next president, but neither side is under illusions about resolving deep disputes.
A 2011 photo shows Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping in Bangkok. The United States and China will try to set the stage for a smoother relationship during a visit by China's likely next president, but neither side is under illusions about resolving deep disputes.
Vice President Xi Jinping, who is in line to be the fast-growing Asian power's leader until 2023, will enjoy treatment usually reserved for a head of state including a White House meeting Tuesday by President Barack Obama.
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- Writer: AFP News agency
- Position: Agence France-Presse
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