China, U.S. Each Hold Major War Exercises

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China, U.S. Each Hold Major War Exercises
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Some analysts say the timing of the maneuvers is linked to rising tensions over Taiwan.

By John M. Glionna
Times Staff Writer

July 20 2004

BEIJING — China and the United States are conducting separate military exercises this week in displays of might amid tensions between the mainland and Taiwan over the island's sovereignty, military analysts say.

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