Beijing-bound Karzai seeks China help in peace push

BEIJING (Reuters) - Afghan President Hamid Karzai will ask China to use its diplomatic clout to help rein in a growing insurgency when he arrives for a state visit on Tuesday, putting security concerns ahead of his economic wishlist. - Beijing-bound Karzai seeks China help in peace push

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