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What is China doing in Guinea?

Are China's investments in Guinea a callous grab for resources, or much-needed support for a struggling African economy?Reports that China is financing investments to the tune of $7bn in military-ruled Guinea in exchange for access to its resources have... ...full story at Guardian Unlimited

from Guardian Unlimited on Mon, Oct 19 2009

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