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(Beijing) China sent to Washington an ambassador known for its intransigence, Chen Gang, at a time when relations between the two major world powers were “at a standstill,” according to Chinese diplomacy. The Chinese embassy in Washington said Mr. Chen, whose appointment has not been confirmed from an official source despite multiple rumors, arrived at New York’s JFK Airport on Wednesday, and released photos of the new ambassador. . Known as a “fighting wolf”, Mr. Chen is the new type of Chinese diplomat known for their aggressive tone toward Western countries. However, upon his arrival, he was conciliatory with his...
