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From beef ribs to a ‘heavenly’ walk: Xi-Trump summit symbolism underscored American power and Chinese tradition (opens in new tab)

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A cultural historian of modern China explains the meaning behind some of the venue choices during President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing.

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