China “Is Fueling War In Darfur”

For years, the United Nations, suspecting Chinese involvement in Sudan, has searched for military trucks made in Chinese factories and imported directly to Sudan. Preliminary investigations by BBC located some trucks, including one with a Chinese anti-aircraft gun inside. BBC also reports that Chinese fighter jets have been used for missions in the region. China's official stance is that it abides by all UN arm embargoes, and the UN has promised to investigate the BBC claims. China and Sudan have strong economic ties: China buys oil from Sudan and provides Sudan with interest-free loans. China suggests that sanctions and confrontations between the West and Sudan are not the best way to end the violence in Darfur. Meanwhile, fighters continue to burn villages throughout the region, and drought and higher food prices lead to more misery and bitterness among an estimated 2 million refugees. -- YaleGlobal