BEIJING -- The Chinese government will use the upcoming international forum on its Belt and Road Initiative to show what it can offer Southeast Asia, hoping to strengthen its hand in the region.
Heads of state and other dignitaries from 28 countries will attend the gathering, taking place here Sunday and Monday. Among the participants are leaders from Southeast Asia, including Indonesian President Joko Widodo and Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte.
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