China’s Xi urges stronger rule of law overseas amid ‘external risks’

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BEIJING, Nov 28 (Reuters) — President Xi Jinping has called for stronger rule of law related to foreign affairs given "external risks and challenges" as China opens up to the outside world, state media reported on Tuesday. Xi, speaking during a study session of the Communist's Party's powerful political bureau, said that to protect its overseas citizens and interests, it was necessary to deepen international cooperation on law enforcement, strengthen consular protection and assistance, and build strong rule of law. China's private companies have run into legal challenges abroad in recent years, from U.S. accusations on counterfeit and pirated goods...