Guinea News - The World's Response to the Events of September 28th
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October 16, 2009 - The recent response by Guinea's security forces, to suppress a protest staged by thousands of people in Conakry, has spurred responses from around the world.
Visit the following links to read about responses from the EU, China, the U.S. and more.
Recent News Articles:
Read a report by the Crisis Group titled, Guinea: Military Rule Must End. (October 16, 2009)
The BBC reports that the European Union calls for Guinea's junta leader, to face charges. Read more at Guinea ruler 'must face charges'.
A Chinese firm agrees to a mining and oil contract with Guinea that will invest over $7bn in infrastructure. Read more on the story with the BBC, Guinea and China 'agree big deal'.
The Relief Web reports that the International Criminal Court (ICC) confirms that the events on September 28th are under investigation. Read more at ICC Prosecutor confirms situation in Guinea under examination.
The U.S. administration responds to the recent events in Guinea. To learn more visit U.S. Envoy Protests Violence in Guinea, New York Times.
A Grassroots Movement:
Alliance Guinea, a grassroots movement, was formed on Facebook in response to the events on September 28th. The mission of the Alliance is to provide a global forum for organizing in support of a transition to democracy in Guinea.
Visit Alliance Guinea on Facebook today to stay informed and to get involved!
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