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The World Next Week

Blinken Visits China, May Day Stirs Workers’ Rights Concerns, the U.S. Resumes Ukraine Aid, and More

Apr 25, 2024
Topics covered include Blinken's tense visit to China amidst military support for Russia, concerns over workers' rights on International Workers' Day, and the US resuming Ukraine aid. Discussions range from human rights reports to global military spending.
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  • Tensions escalate as China supports Russia in Ukraine, signaling security risks in the South China Sea.
  • International Workers' Day highlights global labor activism over wages and inequality, with a resurgence in union influence.

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US Concerns about China's Support for Russia and Trade Tensions

The Biden administration is closely watching China's involvement in supporting Russia amid the Ukraine war, along with rising trade tensions with the US and Europe. Concerns also extend to China's actions in the South China Sea, posing security risks. Through ongoing dialogues, both sides aim to prevent escalation despite differing agendas.

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