Window dressing: dissidents' release aimed at pleasing the West

Article Abstract:

China's decision to release three political dissenters from jail may be an attempt to improve China's current standing with Western countries. Diplomats have observed that the release of Wang Dan, Guo Haifeng and Li Guiren may have something to do with the arrival of two important foreign delegations to the country. US trade representatives headed by Ira Wolf and Douglas Newkirk were due to visit China to discuss China's future in the GATT. Also due for a visit is an International Olympic Committee inspection team that would assess the country's chances at hosting the 2000 Olympic games.

Dissenters, Political prisoners

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The bridge builder

Article Abstract:

China's reemergence and acceptance in international circles after the 1989 Tiananmen massacre can be credited to its foreign minister Qian Qichen. It is through Qian's adept maneuvering that Chinese ties with the international community are once again renewed. His foreign policies concerning international affairs such as normalizing ties with Indonesia and Singapore, has helped China be a key player in international politics.

Officials and employees, Powers and duties, China. Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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Qian's damage control succeeds

Article Abstract:

Chinese Foreign Minister Qian Qichen was appointed to the Politburo at the 14th Congress of the Communist Party in recognition of his diplomatic achievements. Qian's major diplomatic success was regaining international recognition for China after the Tiananmen Square massacre. Qian also extended the China-US dialogue and crafted a powerful position for China in world politics.

Diplomacy

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