US President-elect Joe Biden's top priorities in Asia

Mr Xi Jinping (right) with Mr Joe Biden in Beijing on Dec 4, 2013. PHOTO: REUTERS
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WASHINGTON - United States President-elect Joe Biden views his mission abroad as one of restoring America's leadership in the world, and has vowed to mend Washington's ties with its allies.

But this comes amid a nadir in America's global reputation, and with partners sceptical that Washington will be able to commit as much as it promises.

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