From South African daily newspaper Business Day:
LAST weekend, China’s President Hu Jintao hosted more than 40 African leaders in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where all grand occasions of state and those of the Communist Party are held. All African countries except the five that recognise Taiwan were represented at what was the largest diplomatic event yet held by China. The symbolism of having African leaders on the podium under the ceiling with a giant red star was overwhelming. [Full Text]
