Sudanese gold, Russia’s warAs a result of this strategic and economic importance, Sudan has attracted willing international partners. Sudan’s leaders have seemingly been none too picky about who they partner with. The Wagner Group’s involvement in Sudanese gold extraction and its role in supplying fighters in Ukraine have prompted many observers to suggest that Sudanese gold is being used to finance Moscow’s war. China a winner in Sudan scrambleChina also has considerable interests in Sudan as part of its “Belt and Road” global infrastructure initiative. In recent years, the U.S. has benefited from a warming relationship with Sudan’s leaders, especially through counterterrorism cooperation.

Source: Ethiopian News April 28, 2023 18:18 UTC