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This undated photo shows outspoken government critic Hu Jia (R) sharing a light moment with blind lawyer Chen Guangcheng after his escape, at an undisclosed location in Beijing.
Monday, Apr. 30, 2012

Open quoteThis is the greatest test in bilateral relations in years, probably going back to '89.Close quote

  • CHRISTOPHER JOHNSON,
  • China analyst, on the U.S.-China diplomatic dilemma, after blind Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng sought refuge at the U.S. embassy in Beijing after fleeing house arrest
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