Darfur onslaught ‘to clear way for Chinese oil hunt’ say rebels
World News • August 2008 • Views: 331
A major offensive involving 300 Sudanese government battlewagons intended to clear space for Chinese oil exploration in Darfur’s far north has begun, according to rebel commanders who have come under attack.
Oil companies have been waiting for the Government to secure the region before starting work on seismic surveys.
The claims of fresh fighting come after Omar al-Bashir, the Sudanese President, embarked on a two-day peace mission to Darfur last month, promising investment and inviting rebel leaders to talks.