In Australia , where until a few years ago China was regarded with distrust , its strides are even more pronounced , especially given the hardy alliance between John Howard , Australia 's conservative prime minister , and President Bush .
John Howard /people/person/nationality Australia
John Howard /people/person/nationality Australia
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