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Today in Asian History

January 6

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1930 The Republic of China established the Examination Yuan as a branch of the national government.

1950 Britain extended formal diplomatic recognition to the People's Republic of China.

1972 Chen Yi, marshal of the Chinese army and foreign minister, died.

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