China's announcement that it will be setting up the National Development and Cooperation Agency – a new foreign aid agency – signals development is a critical state function deserving of dedicated high-level attention and institutional support. Initial reports suggest the new Chinese agency will be separate from both the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Institutional reform was expected but what does this new architecture offer Chinese development cooperation and the world at large? Five of our experts offer their thoughts. |
