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German Vice Chancellor Habeck in China

June 22, 2024

Robert Habeck, Germany's Minister for Economic Affairs and Vice Chancellor, is on a 5 day visit to China and South Korea. He will be discussing sensitive topics such as tariffs, human rights and climate change.

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China Wirtschaftsminister Habeck in Peking
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