VII. The Contemporary Period, 1945–2000 > G. East Asia, 1945–2000 > 1. China, 1945–2000 > b. The People's Republic of China (PRC) > 1970, Jan
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1970, Jan
 
At the regular Sino-U.S. meetings in Warsaw, both sides agreed to try to elevate the talks to “a higher level or through other channels.”  1
 
April 28
 
China launched its first space satellite.  2
 
July 22
 
Qinghua University was reopened in Beijing, having been closed by Red Guards since 1966. Other university openings followed, though admission was based on class background and the recommendations of one's work unit. Academic criteria were reintroduced in 1972.  3
 
 
 
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