Visit could help reshape global image

BRUSSElS - China is presenting its true image of "unbalanced development" to the US by arranging a tour in its western region for US Vice-President Joe Biden, European observers said.

They said Biden is following a group of foreign politicians who have had the chance to travel to less developing but dynamic western regions of China and are expected to help rebuild the country's image in their minds.

According to his itinerary, Biden will visit Sichuan province, where a devastating earthquake hit in 2008.