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Published on: 08. February 2021
Diplomatic escalation
Immediately after taking office US President Joe Biden has sent military ships to the South China Sea. However, this is not a fundamental question about the "One China" policy. Washington still has no interest in a military confrontation but is clearly signaling that Beijing must be prepared for the new US administration not to underestimate its rival.
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Frank Sieren
Last updated: 24. July 2025