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Liberal politicians say it's 'a shame' they've been blocked from entering China

Liberal Senator James Paterson

Liberal Senator James Paterson Source: SBS News

Liberal Party politicians Andrew Hastie and James Paterson have suggested China’s decision to ban them from entering the country as part of a study tour is politically-motivated.


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Liberal Party politicians Andrew Hastie and James Paterson have suggested China’s decision to ban them from entering the country as part of a study tour is politically-motivated.



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