Chen's Vatican trip angers China - Democratic Underground

emad

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Thu Apr-07-05 10:01 AM
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Chen's Vatican trip angers China

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China has protested against Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian's plans to attend Pope John Paul II's funeral.

A Chinese spokesman expressed "strong dissatisfaction" at Italy for granting Mr Chen a visa to go to the Vatican.

Italy has diplomatic ties with Beijing, rather than Taiwan, which China sees as part of its territory.

Mr Chen's visit comes amid speculation the Vatican is ready to switch allegiance to China, after their ties were severed in 1951.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/4419481.stm

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onehandle

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Thu Apr-07-05 11:52 AM
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1. Fuck China!

When is chimpy going to invade them. China is our greatest threat. Pre-empt their asses, smirk!

What a wimpy chimpy.

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