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  Blinken: 'We’ll compete with China to defend our interests and build our vision for the future'

  In a speech at the George Washington University, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken noted that the Biden administration will approach its relations with China through the lens of a diplomatic and competitive strategy.

  By David Hutton

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  'We join the European Union in taking a strong stand against the human rights abuses, disrespect': U.S. issues sanctions against Nicaragua regime

  The Department of State is imposing visa restrictions on 116 individuals complicit in undermining democracy in Nicaragua. The list includes mayors, prosecutors, university administrators and police, prison and military officials.

  By George Willis

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