Chinese Defense Minister Li Shangfu said on Sunday, June 4, 5that a Cold War mentality was resurgent in the Asia-Pacific region although his country seeks dialogue over confrontation.
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“A Cold War mentality is now resurgent, greatly increasing security risks,” he said. “Mutual respect should prevail over bullying and hegemony.” Ties between Washington and Beijing are strained over a range of issues, including Taiwan, the South China Sea and President Joe Biden’s restrictions on semiconductor chip exports.
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