Is The Chinese Military Blocking Better U.S. - China Ties?

EN ROUTE BRIEFING - U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates talks to reporters while en route to Singapore, June 3, 2010, to participate in an Asia summit as part of a five-nation trip to emphasize the importance the United States places on its role in Asia and to thank nations that have been contributing to the efforts in Pakistan and Afghanistan. The event is the 9th International Institute for Strategic Studies Security Summit known as the Shangri-La Dialogue. DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jerry Morrison

Gates Criticizes Chinese Military For Blocking Talks In Beijing -- Washington Post

SINGAPORE -- Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates on Thursday accused China's military of impeding relations with the Pentagon, taking exception to its unwillingness to invite him to Beijing during his trip to Asia this week.

Shortly before he arrived in Singapore for a regional security conference, Gates told reporters there was a clear split between China's political leaders, whom he said want stronger military ties with Washington, and the People's Liberation Army, which he said does not.

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My Comment: It is not China's military that is stopping better relations .... it is their political masters in Beijing who are calling the shots.