Although I share the Chinese people's mourning of 34,000-plus earthquake victims [Page 1, May 20, "China Pauses, Mourns Earthquake's 34,000 Victims"], I can't help but think that the death of more than 10 times that number in Darfur should get the same moment of solemnity and recognition in China.
China has been a major player in Sudan, with its investment in oil production growing annually. Yet China has done little, if anything, to intercede in the worsening genocide.
Conversely, China continues to provide diplomatic cover for the Sudanese government as efforts to send peacekeepers into Darfur are blocked, yet Chinese weapons find their way through Khartoum into the hands of the government-backed Janjaweed, who continue to rape and pillage. Read more >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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