BEIJING (Reuters) - China never promised South Sudan $8 billion in development funds when South Sudanese President Salva Kiir visited Beijing in April, but much more than this could be offered if the country achieves lasting peace, a senior diplomat said on Thursday.
South Sudan's government announced the figure following the trip, and until now Beijing has neither confirmed nor denied it.
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