Australian International Development Minister Concetta Fierravanti-Wells speaks during Senate Question Time at Parliament House, Nov 28 2017. Source: AAP Image/Lukas Coch
China has lodged a formal diplomatic protest over remarks made by Australian International Development Minister Concetta Fierravanti-Wells on China's aid projects in the Pacific.
China has lodged a formal diplomatic protest over remarks made by Australian International Development Minister Concetta Fierravanti-Wells on China's aid projects in the Pacific.
Beijing has defended its aid program, saying it respects the will of Pacific Island governments and the development needs of their people.