How can we keep our mobile phones, laptops and jewelry from helping fund wars? In the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the illegal trade with highly-desirable minerals such as coltan, tungsten and gold has contributed to helping rebel groups maintain their terrorist attacks against the population. That's why the European Parliament wants to compel those who import such raw materials to disclose their entire chain of supply. In addition, the United Nations, together with international partners, has significantly increased its inspection of mines in the region.
- Length: 00:26:00
- Producer: Deutsche Welle
- Series: Special < 30 min. DELETED
- Category: Documentary
