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China Cracks Down on Fentanyl Networks After US Meeting Delay

First article: 19 mar. 2026, 18:28 | Last update: 19 mar. 2026, 18:28 | 1 source | 1 article

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Tensions between the US and China remain high, with the US pushing China to do more to stop the flow of fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid, into the United States. The recent crackdown in China, involving arrests and the closure of hundreds of websites, comes after the delay of a planned meeting between President Trump and President Xi. This action is seen as a potential attempt to ease strained relations and address US concerns.

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ABC Australia 19 mar. 2026, 18:28 (1 day ago) Excellent

China cracks down on fentanyl networks after Trump delays Xi meeting

The country is one of the world’s highest producers of the chemicals used to produce the synthetic opioid in America. 

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