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China Urged to Use Clout in Myanmar

The crackdown on pro-democracy protests in Myanmar is prompting calls for China to intervene because of its support for Myanmar's military government. As with Sudan and North Korea, China comes under pressure to use diplomatic influence. Links are being made between these issues and next year's Olympic Games in Beijing.

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