The relationship between China and Sudan involves China's need for access to the oil reserves in Sudan, and the Sudan's desire for access to China's veto in The United Nations Security Council. Much of the international community has increased pressure on the Chinese government to cease supplying arms to the Sudanese government, which has been linked to much of the killing in Darfur.
In February 2008, film director Steven Spielberg withdrew as artistic adviser to the Beijing Oympics stating that his conscience prevented him for continuing in his role as adviser.
Fast Facts:
- Trade Rate: US$ 3.9 billion in 2005
- China's African Peacekeeping Force: more than 1500 soldiers with 315 in Darfur
- Chinese relations with Africa date back to the Ming Dynasty
- Chinese relations with Sudan began in 1969 with the sale of arms to the Nimeiri government
- China has attempted to build an image as advocate for human rights protection in Sudan
- China is the largest supplier of arms to Darfur
Central Figures
The United Nations
Mahalo's Guide to The United Nations
afrol News: "UN Darfur Vote Turns Scramble for Sudan's Oil" (September 10, 2007)
Sudan Tribune: "China Seeks Explanation of Sudan Letter Challenging UN Darfur Plan" (March 12, 2007)
Global Policy Review: "Russia, China Block Sudan Sanctions" (April 17, 2006)
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