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Chinese Nationals Arrested in DR Congo with Gold Bars and Cash

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Chinese Nationals Arrested in DR Congo with Gold Bars and Cash

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  • Three **Chinese nationals** were arrested in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo with **12 gold bars** and **$800,000** in cash.
  • The cash and gold were reportedly hidden under the seats of their vehicle in the **Walungu area**.
  • The arrest operation was **kept secret** following the recent release of another group of Chinese involved in **illegal mining**.
  • The governor of South Kivu province mentioned that many dealing in precious minerals are linked to influential figures in **Kinshasa**.
  • This incident highlights the ongoing issue of **mineral exploitation** in the region, with foreign groups historically profiting from the abundant resources.

For further details, visit the original article at BBC News.


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