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Yuan, the CASS scholar, said that Qin's assuming his post in Washington "marks progress already in the two-way ties" and shows a certain degree of consensus worked out by diplomats from both sides. "The new Chinese ambassador's remarks sound friendly. Still, Beijing will not back down on issues that matter to its principles," Yuan said. Qin's remarks show that China "is still taking a productive, progressive approach (toward the US ties) and has no intention of confrontation", Yuan added. Douglas Barry, senior director of communications and publications with the US-China Business Council, said the organization is "delighted to welcome the...
