From International Herald Tribune:
The walls surrounding the Chinese Embassy in Harare are getting higher. “Extra security,” our host explained nervously – and one small indicator that China’s relationship with Zimbabwe is changing. Formerly a staunch supporter of President Robert Mugabe, Beijing has said conspicuously little about the current crisis in Zimbabwe, which started on March 11 when the government began a bloody crackdown on opposition leaders.
China, which once perceived the West’s condemnation of Mugabe and sanctions against his regime as an economic opportunity, now views its involvement in Zimbabwe as a liability both for its investments and its international reputation. [Full Text]
