China turns its back on Comrade Bob to embrace change in Zimbabwe

Resignation of Robert Mugabe greeted with relief in Beijing, which for years was autocratic leader’s most powerful allyConfirmation of Robert Mugabe’s ouster prompted revelry on the streets of Harare. “The Goblin has gone!” raved one.
Thousands of miles away in Beijing – for years Mugabe’s most powerful backer – there were no obvious signs of jubilation.Continue reading...