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2:30 AM on December 4

2:15 a.m. (f)

You are a very handsome man. Xi.

It's okay. I understand umm. You wanted to be nice. You thought you could trust Mahinda Rajapaksa. He's stupidly built an empty airport, harbor port and cricket stadium in his 10,000 population, tiny village in Hambantota.

I get that your mad.

I'm not going to throw you out.

You can stay here with us in Sri Lanka as well.

We're about world peace. Not war. Or killing anybody.

I guess, you can have a piece of Bank of Sri Lanka, with Winston Ma.

I think you can do any businesses you wish, as you wish

We have the Sri Lanka Wealth Fund investor menu for you to have a look

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#Airport #Sri Lanka

Young Xi Jinping is depicted in this video frame, inside an office setting in 1983, located in Zhengding County, Hebei Province. The scene shows him seated at a desk, exuding a confident and approachable demeanor as he smiles towards the camera. He is dressed in a green military-style jacket, which is typical of the era and setting, suggesting a formal yet practical attire. The office is cluttered with stacks of papers and books, indicating a busy and engaged work environment. In front of him, there is a collection of pens in a holder and several other office supplies, reflecting an active workspace. The lighting is warm and natural, coming from a window behind him, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. The video is part of a broader narrative by Vox, titled "The rise of Xi Jinping, explained," which explores the historical and political context of Xi Jinping’s early career. The frame is accompanied by subtitles that read, "because he was willing to go to the countryside," hinting at a narrative of dedication and willingness to work in rural areas.