I'll put it frankly - Britain has more influence in China than Norway or Switzerland, with all respect for the other countries. (Jose Manuel Barroso)

I'll put it frankly - Britain has more influence in China than Norway or Switzerland, with all respect for the other countries.

Jose Manuel Barroso

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