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China-Japan Crisis Reminds Asia of Need for U.S. Power

The recent arrest of a Chinese trawler captain by Japan became a major international incident between the two Asian powers.  The situation appeared to come to an end when Japan released Captain Zhan Qixiong, but China has now demanded a formal apology and financial compensation from Japan. In perceived retaliation against Japan, China continues to detain [...]

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