Reflections on China's aid in the Pacific: Impacts, challenges and prospects
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2018-12
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Zhang, Denghua
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Australian National University
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China's rise in the Pacific has become prominent in the last
decade. Debates on China in the region have intensified and
cover a growing number of issues---such as China's diplomacy,
aid, and even interest in seabed mining. China's
activities have also frequently hit news headlines in
Australia, New Zealand and Pacific island countries (PICs).
This 80th edition of the Development Bulletin provides
an excellent opportunity to reflect on China's aid in the
Pacific. As a researcher, I was puzzled by the lack of
development in PICs despite their endowment of marine
resources and large inflows of foreign aid. Since 2006 I also
witnessed the rapid growth of China's engagement with
PICs, leading me to reflect on the impact and subsequent
challenges of growing Chinese aid in the region.
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