Why China is upset with the Czech Republic

Published August 31, 2020 1:16pm ET



“Vystrcil is a rule-breaker who is trampling on diplomatic civilization. His gilding for his evil deeds is a manifestation of being a political hooligan.”

These words, carrying aplomb reminiscent of North Korean propaganda, graced a Global Times editorial on Monday. So why the fury?

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