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China’s vaccination diplomacy – charity with ulterior motives

From Asia to Latin America to Europe, China’s vaccine diplomacy is causing a stir worldwide. The People’s Republic has now pledged half a billion vaccine doses to the countries of the world. But the help does not come for free. Sometimes it’s about territorial claims, sometimes about 5G networks or the end of diplomatic ties. In Brazil, Beijing is pulling off a real masterstroke. That has repercussions for the entire continent.

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Michael Radunski
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When the eagerly awaited plane finally lands at the airport in Santiago de Chile on January 28, Sebastián Piñera can no longer contain himself. Still on the tarmac, Chile’s president addresses the public and exuberantly proclaims: “Today is a day of joy, enthusiasm, and hope.” It is hope that comes from China.

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