China suddenly shifts state media tone on US before Biden-Xi summit
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For years, Chinese state media portrayed the US negatively, but prior to the Biden-Xi meeting it abruptly softened rhetoric and emphasized friendly ties.
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The change in tone is directed by the Chinese Communist Party and Xi Jinping to stabilize relations amid economic struggles.
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The messaging aims to encourage foreign investment and cooperation.
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Xi was depicted as successfully championing people-to-people ties at the summit to boost his image.
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Observers say the friendlier coverage of the US is unlikely to last long given the countries' fundamental differences.