Fed: Olympics shows China is not a democracy: Robb

AAP General News (Australia)
08-17-2008
Fed: Olympics shows China is not a democracy: Robb

Shadow Foreign Minister ANDREW ROBB says the Beijing Olympics has reminded the world
that China is NOT a democratic state.

Chinese authorities have cracked down on protests over Tibet .. and have attempted
to block international media organisations from sensitive material during the Olympics.

Mr ROBB's told the Ten Network the heavy-handed action has reminded the world China's
still an authoritarian state.

But he says it wasn't a mistake to allow China to host the Olympics .. because it's
put the international spotlight on the Chinese government and its actions.

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KEYWORD: OLY08 ROBB (CANBERRA)

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