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Chris Murphy: If China wants to become a true superpower standing next to the United States, then they have to accept that they need…

On the recordMay 6, 2013
If China wants to become a true superpower standing next to the United States, then they have to accept that they need to play by international norms.
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Chris Murphy
Democratic · Connecticut

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Murphy discusses China's responsibilities as a superpower in international relations.

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