The deteriorating relationship between China and the US is Beijing’s most pressing issue, according to retired military strategist Qiao Liang. Photo: AP
The deteriorating relationship between China and the US is Beijing’s most pressing issue, according to retired military strategist Qiao Liang. Photo: AP
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Focus on US as main opponent, says China military strategist

  • Co-author of Unrestricted Warfare wants Beijing to avoid distractions amid Washington efforts to contain Chinese advancement
  • ‘Arm-wrestling’ with the US is least wanted but most urgent business, according to Qiao Liang

Matt Ho
Matt Ho

Updated: 12:33am, 30 May, 2020

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The deteriorating relationship between China and the US is Beijing’s most pressing issue, according to retired military strategist Qiao Liang. Photo: AP
The deteriorating relationship between China and the US is Beijing’s most pressing issue, according to retired military strategist Qiao Liang. Photo: AP
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