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Tony isn’t blinkin’: Sino-American relations, post-balloon

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Tensions Rise: The Chinese Balloon Incident

This chapter examines the incident of a Chinese balloon over U.S. airspace that was shot down by an American jet, highlighting the subsequent escalation in U.S.-China relations. It focuses on the conflicting narratives from both nations, the political fallout in the U.S., and critiques aimed at the Biden administration's response. The discussion emphasizes the incident's implications for future diplomatic interactions and the broader context of military and political tensions.

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