What does the cryptic crossword clue "In China, majority group cry for attention in Asian city (5)" mean?

The definition is "Asian city". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HAN (synonym="in China, majority group") + OI (synonym="OI") = HANOI; definition: "Asian city" The answer is HANOI.

In China, majority group cry for attention in Asian city (5)

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