I’m still somewhat at a loss that China has been pretty quiet through all this, given that most of the passengers were Chinese.
They haven't been. Its just that the US media feels its not important, so you don't hear about it. China is increasingly upset with Malaysia's handling of it, and the two have been exchanging diplomatic barbs. In the Chinese blogosphere, regular citizens are really venting their anger with Malaysia. China allows it, because it is patriotic, and makes the Chinese Gov't look good by comparison.
Yes, interesting that the Chinese are silent. But then, it’s the Chinese way; they can be very subtle and very effective.
I’d like to know what they know.