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Nov 2024
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Visa free travel to China takes effect f...

CHINA PLUS
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Chinese President Xi Jinping is traveling to Peru next week for the APEC meetings and a state visit. Citizens from nine more countries are able to enjoy visa-free entry into China starting from Friday. A blaze in southern California has destroyed more than 130 structures and injured at least 10 people.

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