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---which is total bs? I'm refering to that original story I seem to remember, the day before the wtc attacks, about china and the taliban signing a cooperation dealie. All I am asking is if anyone else remembers this, and what were the details and sources, that's all. I read too many threads and articles to remember that particular one accurately. I could care less about the debka, it's that other story I am interested in, then compare what happens. If that was a debka story as well, then never mind, I just don't remember the source.

Hi zog -- yes, I remember that China signed a mutual cooperation deal with Taliban shortly before the 9-11 attacks. I don't remember the source now, but I did see it here, and don't think it was DEBKA.

The main point to keep in mind -- it seems to me -- is that China in no way could be happy with the United States increasing its presence or influence in China's backyard for whatever reason. The international "coalition" that President Bush has put together (who knows how well it will hold up over time) increases U.S. prestige. Since China is our main "rival" and competitor in the post-Cold War world, they can't be exactly jumping for joy about any of this.

Keep your eyes peeled -- best, bb.