US envoy letter to China on April 18 2001 meeting
The letter from U S Ambassador Joseph Prueher to China’s Foreign Minister Tang Jiaxgear expresses regret over the missing EP 3 aircraft and pilot Wang Wei. It outlines agreed actions including a meeting to discuss the incident and a prompt return of the aircraft, with talks to be held starting April 18 2001 and to cover causes and future avoidance measures.
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China Claims U S Landing Was Illegal
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Navy family expresses excitement amid awaiting news
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Families cheer and worry as crew freed after detainment
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