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George W. Bush and Asia: A Mixed Record

August 7, 2008

On his way to Beijing to attend the opening ceremony of the Olympics, US President Bush used his stay in Bangkok to deliver what is likely to be his last major Asia policy speech. He cushioned his criticism of China’s rights record between praise for China’s past achievements and hope for China’s future.

George W. Bush during his stay in Bangkok
George W. Bush during his stay in BangkokImage: AP