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The NPR Politics Podcast

Summer Camp... David: Biden Welcomes South Korea, Japan Leaders

Aug 18, 2023
Biden welcomes Japan and South Korea leaders at Camp David to counter China's influence. Alabama in court over congressional district maps. Redistricting case and lawmakers' defense. Confusion over campaign memo and humorous incident with NYC mayor.
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  • The meeting at Camp David aims to strengthen security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and counter Chinese influence in the region.
  • Alabama's congressional district maps are still falling short of providing sufficient opportunity districts for black voters, impacting future Democratic pickups in the South.

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Camp David Hosts Leaders of Japan and South Korea

President Biden is hosting leaders of Japan and South Korea at Camp David in rural Maryland. The meeting aims to strengthen security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and bolster relationships with key allies. The subtext of the meeting is countering Chinese influence in the region. Comprehensive military exercises, a new crisis hotline, and commitments to consult on security issues will be announced, with plans for annual meetings in the future.

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