While the rest of the world is dealing with weak economies, massive debt, and measures to protect societies, China is emerging from the pandemic more repressive at home and more aggressive abroad. Despite being the origin of covid-19, it suffered relatively few infections and deaths and its economy has not been nearly as damaged as many Western countries.
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Cadets carry Ukrainians draped in the blue-and-yellow colors of the national flag on the Paton Bridge during celebration of the Unity Day in Kyiv on Jan. 22, 2020.