Thinktank’s report says Beijing has emerged from Covid-induced lull with a ‘more competitive, politically targeted model’ of engagement in the regionChina has renewed efforts to curry favour in Pacific island nations, a new report has found, after charting a “resurgence” in Beijing-backed aid and infrastructure funding.Over the past decade, China has lavished billions of dollars on Pacific island nations, part of ongoing efforts to build influence in competition with the US and its allies. Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/nov/21/china-pacific-islands-aid-us-relationship-influence
Author : Agence France-Presse
Publish date : 2024-11-21 01:27:22
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‘Resurgence’ in China aid to Pacific amid tussle with US for influence
