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 | | In 1960, the Soviets and the Chinese began to have disputes openly in international forums. |
 | | Nevertheless, in all important government, economic, and cultural institutions in China, party committees work to see that party and state policy guidance is followed and that non-party members do not create autonomous organizations that could challenge party rule. |
 | | As a result, China has moved from being a relatively isolated and poor country to one that is a key participant in international institutions and a major trading nation. |
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