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Speaking at the UN General Assembly, President Joe Biden says the US does not seek a "Cold War" or "conflict" with China, adding, "we do not ask any nations to choose between the United States or any other partner." SOUNDBITE
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg says there is no new Cold War with China but the western allies will have to adapt to the challenge of Beijing's rise. SOUNDBITE
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo voices concern about China's military policies and human rights record in high-level talks but insists that Washington is not seeking a "Cold War." SOUNDBITE
Japan is scrambling fighter jets at a rate not seen since the height of the Cold War to ward off incursions from a newly assertive Russia and from China’s aggressive exertion of sovereignty in the East China Sea.
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.