umm, yeah that would be the Democratic Republic of Congo, ironically titled because these "are the first free elections since winning independence 46 years ago" ...
Congo polls open in landmark vote
Sunday 30 July 2006, 7:25 Makka Time, 4:25 GMT
Wonder who will win? My guess is whoever the mining companies can bribe.
Why mining companies?
Coltan is a key element in cell phones, computer chips, nuclear reactors, and PlayStations. The market for the mineral has greatly increased in recent years, exacerbating conflict in Congo.
In terms of its untapped mineral wealth, the DRC is one of the richest countries in the world. Its soil is reputed to contain every mineral listed on the periodic table and these minerals are found in concentrations high enough to make metal analysts weep.
...The big names have also been present in the gold sector for decades. AngloGold and Barrick Gold Corporation of Canada have traditionally operated through complex webs of joint ventures with local ...
So, what is Barrick? According to Palast- the initial stake came from none other than Adnan Khashoggi- the Saudi arms dealer who arranged the Iran-Contra arms for hostage deal. Bush Sr.
Corporate Profiteering: From Congo to Iraq
Tuesday, May 27th, 2003
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