only Nixon could go to China in English

Forms: only Nixon can go to China [alternative], it took Nixon to go to China [alternative] [Show additional information ▼] [Hide additional information ▲]

Etymology: A reference to U.S. President Richard Nixon's 1972 establishment of direct diplomatic relations with, and personal visit to, the People's Republic of China. Nixon's unyielding opposition to Communism had been well-known. Head templates: {{en-proverb}} only Nixon could go to China

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"only Nixon could go to China" meaning in English

Proverb

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