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China in Africa: Beijing's Seduction Operation

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After accusations of doing little to build more than just economic ties in African countries, the Chinese rethink their approach. Next, in North Korea, the country's new young leader adds another job title to his list. Finally, we discover the story of Bangkok's ultimate risk takers.

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