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Chinese political slogans in London's graffiti area sparks controversy, counterprotest

A wall covered in graffiti is seen in London, Aug. 7, 2023. [VOA]

London's Brick Lane, famed for its street art, appears to be the scene of the latest face-off between pro-democracy supporters and Chinese loyal to President Xi Jinping's rule.

Over the weekend, big red Chinese characters painted on a white background, extolled "core socialist values," sentiments first expressed by Xi's predecessor, Hu Jintao, and embraced by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

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