AL JAZEERA: … Obama’s firm message on Tuesday to the Chinese vice-president on trade, currency, human rights and global issues such as Syria was notable, given that meetings during the trip were previewed as essentially sizing-up sessions…
He got a lengthy audience with Obama, an elaborate reception at the State Department, full military honours at the Pentagon, a gathering with chief business executives and a dinner at Vice President Joe Biden’s house…
Obama also said the US intended to remain an important power in the Asia-Pacific region despite China’s rise… (more)
