New research dispels western myths about PRC aid to Africa

New research, based on China’s aid track record from 2000-2013, shows that much of what the western media propagates about China’s intentions & practices, when it comes to providing official development aid (ODA) to Africa, is simply NOT true. “Coincidentally”, this latest research published by AidData has garnered little (if any) attention in US mainstream media outlets.

Here are a few of its findings. Those who are interested in the details should check out this new report in its entirety.

1. African states that align with the PRC’s stances in the UN tend to receive more development assistance.
2. Internal political system is not a factor for ODA allocation; the PRC does NOT favor either authoritarian or democratic governments.
3. For China, humanitarian need is a stronger determinant of ODA destination than natural resource development opportunities, given that Chinese ODA is more focused on poorer African countries.
4. Chinese ODA does NOT favor countries with higher levels of corruption.