A top political advisor in China, Wang Huning, has called for a united front to promote Chinese culture across the Taiwan Strait. This move comes as US President Trump visits China, with an announcement that Chinese President Xi will visit the US later this year.
In other news, a Canadian opinion piece in the Toronto Sun highlights the contrast between Canada's response to anti-Asian hate crimes during the pandemic and its perceived lack of action on rising anti-Jewish violence. The author, Kevin Vuong, emphasizes the need for a stronger stance against domestic terrorism targeting the Jewish community.
The bottom line: China's cultural diplomacy efforts and the upcoming Xi-Trump summit will be key to watch, as they could impact the dynamics of the Taiwan Strait and US-China relations.
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