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Non-alignment is when a country chooses not to formally ally with or against major power blocs, like the US or Russia. It's about maintaining independence in foreign policy, rather than picking sides. In our story, countries like China and India might be seen as non-aligned, attending the funeral despite US pressure, showing they make their own choices.
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