Washington — Group of Seven (G-7) leaders meeting this weekend in England are discussing plans to counter China’s effort to win influence around the world and rebuke the country over forced labour practices, according to two US officials.

The leaders are planning a co-ordinated infrastructure initiative for developing countries, the officials said, after China has gained leverage by financing projects beyond its borders...

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