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What's driving China's growing influence on the world stage? Erik Solheim, chairman of the Europe-Asia Center and former UN under-secretary-general, breaks down the three foundational strengths behind China's rise. What are these strengths and what lesson can China offer to other countries on their own paths to development? Hit play to find out. | CGTN

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Australia's defence spending this year is set to include infrastructure projects at five military bases in the Philippines. The bases are all located on the island of Luzon, in proximity to the contested South China Sea and self-governing Taiwan — two major flashpoints in regional relations. The investments come as Australia and the South-East Asian nation are expected to sign a new pact to increase collaboration between their defence forces. Experts say these agreements are clears signs of how