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U.S. Reverses Course on China Cables | Philadelphia News
The U.S. is revving up a major counter-China push, injecting hundreds of millions into global programs to reclaim diplomatic and technological ground lost to budget cuts. A key $175 million project will replace aging undersea cables in the Caribbean and Central America, blocking Chinese infrastructure expansion. Broader plans include nearly half a billion more across the Western Hemisphere, Africa, and Asia — targeting Chinese economic, tech, and diplomatic influence. Officials warn Chinese deals may look cheap but often come with hidden costs and poor performance. Additional initiatives…
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