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China has gone from the ranks of the developing countries to becoming a major player in Africa. China's entry into international development provides new resources for developing countries, as well as leverage with regimes in challenging regions. However, it also provides an alternative approach to development that challenges Western philosophies. Is China a rogue donor? What do we know about Chinese aid in Africa? Journalists and foreign policy pundits have jumped to conclusions on very little evidence.

To address these issues, YPFP presents a roundtable with Deborah Brautigam, an associate professor at American University and author of the book, Chinese Aid and African Development. Professor Brautigam has just returned from visits to Sierra Leone, Tanzania, Zambia and China, and will provide her analysis of China's aid and what it means for Africa and the West.

This discussion will take place from 7:00-8:30 pm on Thursday, February 7.