There is a debate among geopolitical and economic commentators about the merits of Chinese versus western involvement with Africa. One argument is that Chinese investment is exploitative and undermines the development of democracy and human rights on the continent. Others view the matter in terms of competition, arguing that China is encroaching on the decades-long monopoly of the west over Africa’s natural resources.
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The Kemetian Family Tree: Black Egypt Eternal – Marc Washington’s Perspectives
Africans of Ancient Rome: “The Black Romans” – Marc Washington’s Perspectives
P Diddy’s Fall Guy Shyne Barrow Deported Back to Belize – News Report
The Afghanistan Drug Trade and The C.I.A. – Rasta Livewire Reports
Grape-Cluster Coiffure in Lithic Art: The Hairs of the Black Sheep – Marc Washington’s Perspectives
And His Hair was Pure Like the Wool on Lamb Skin – Marc Washington’s Perspectives
Rope Basket Coiffure: From Africa to China – The Perspectives of Marc Washington
Libya Seeks New Russian Military Toys – By Lion! (News Commentary)
Rasta Livewire just received reports that Libya plans to purchase over 20 warplanes from Russia. The deal is evaluated at $1 billion.
Libya plans to purchase 12 or 15 Su-35 multipurpose jets, four Su-30 and six Yak-130 trainer aircraft. The documents can be signed at the end of 2009 or in the beginning of 2010.