Singapore’s Wong Says China Needs to Grow Influence ‘Carefully’
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China’s attempt to grow its influence shouldn’t come at the expense of other countries feeling pressured or it risks a backlash, according to Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.