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China’S Relationship With Sudan—And Human Rights Consequences, Tessa Li Powell
China’S Relationship With Sudan—And Human Rights Consequences, Tessa Li Powell
Human Rights & Human Welfare
China is the largest country in the world and has a rapidly expanding economy. Its streets are starting to crowd with cars instead of bicycles and there is an increasing demand for the luxuries of developed nations. The desire to keep up with major international players has pushed the Chinese government to overlook whatever human rights abuses may be occurring inside and outside of its borders. China has taken steps to support Sudan despite its use of child soldiers and the genocide in Darfur that has been occurring for years. By criticizing and withdrawing support from President al-Bashir, China could …