News Snapshot:
In the wake of the abductions of Chinese nationals in Africa, the Chinese Foreign Ministry in Beijing has issued a warning to its residents and businesses operating on the continent. According to the News Agency of Nigeria, the disclaimer was given by Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian on Monday as he acknowledged the kidnapping of five Chinese people in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He also advised those in dangerous situations to evacuate as quickly as possible. The kidnappings, according to Zhao, occurred during an assault on a gold mine in the Mukera village in eastern Congo, citing another recent...
