ABSTRACT
Over the past few years an increasing number of Chinese non-governmental organizations have established extensive international networks.2 They now participate in international conferences; promote Chinese concerns in international campaigns; and work with international partners to bring about change on the ground. Perhaps even more significant is the fact that many of China’s more autonomous NGOs are totally dependent upon international funding. Yet, few attempts have been made to examine the impact of international support for NGOs in China.3 This is a large and complex terrain that cannot be adequately mapped out without extensive research. It involves examining the roles and behavior of multiple agencies including multilateral and bilateral donors, NGOs and increasingly corporations.4 The purpose of this contribution is not to attempt such a challenge but rather to provide some insights into the evolving relationship between local and international NGOs (INGOs).
