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Rubio: US seeks Central Asia business without forcing China decoupling

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the United States aims to compete for business in Central Asia without demanding countries sever ties with China. During a visit to Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Rubio highlighted proposals for enhanced cooperation in minerals, transport, and technology between the US and five Central Asian nations. He emphasized that the US seeks fair competition and opportunities for its companies in the region. AI

RANK_REASON A US Secretary of State's statement on foreign policy and economic competition strategy.

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Rubio: US seeks Central Asia business without forcing China decoupling

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Teresa Elena Frontado ·

    Rubio pitches US business in Central Asia, says China ties need not suffer

    US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Monday that Washington wanted to compete for business in Central Asia without asking countries to stop working with China, as the United States and five regional governments outlined proposals to deepen cooperation on minerals, transport …