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Beijing rejects election meddling claim while seeking détente

Chinese officials said the accusation was baseless, and analysts characterized Beijing’s response as an effort to avoid escalation and preserve a fragile pause in tensions.

The New York Times Business reports that Chinese officials rejected Donald Trump’s election-meddling accusation, calling it baseless.

While Beijing avoided a direct confrontation, analysts cited by the outlet said the response appears aimed at preserving a fragile détente rather than provoking a broader fight.

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