BANGKOK/SHANGHAI -- Beijing has doubled down on demands that may threaten to delay a preliminary trade agreement with the U.S. after a successful month of high-profile political events at home strengthened the leadership's resolve.
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The military parade marking the founding of the People's Republic of China helped give Beijing a confidence boost toward trade talks. © Reuters
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