China's meager aid to the Philippines could dent its image

[gambit]

Past relations does affect humanitarian aids.

The fact that somebody is politicizing humanitarian aids issue prove the hypocrisy involved.

China would give what Chinese people is willing to give. Period.

That says much about the American people.

 

[KAL-EL]

we are talking about government aid here，you idiot.

Oh, I see nationalist. When you can't respond in a rational manner, you resort to name calling. Typical bellicose nationalistic behavior. I will only seriously engage rational individuals here.

 

[JSCh]

That says much about the American people.

Well, US is so much richer then China. They can afford to.

Chinese has to think about their citizen that are still poor, and measure how much should be given away. In win-win, the other side has to be willing to reciprocate, if not, why should Chinese benefits be sacrificed for others.

 

[manojb]

Chinese do live in parallel universe. .

 

[Genesis]

Chinese do live in parallel universe. .

On different note, is there any relationship between Not having siblings and arrogance/selfish ness??

I don't know ask your politicians

 

[Sonyuke_Songpaisan]

China is a poor country, we are also the victims of the typhoon. it's us needing help. I think we should help our own citizens first. the donation is enough

 

[Hello_Kitty]

SUPER TYPHOON HAIYAN: 8 killed in China - Latest - New Straits Times

It has hit China too..

 

[jhungary]

Yes, Reuter didn't expressly say that but implied China didn't help Philippines with enough financial aid, compared to Japan and US. But according to OP, China is a selfish country just because China made less aid. Let's assume that China makes biggest donation, maybe OP will say China is hypocritical country with other motivation, let's say bribe public feelings, because of SCS dispute.

I don't really want to go "what it could have done" speech, that's why the west have a thing called benefit if the doubt.

If you have to further out and guess what the poster might or might not say, that means that you cannot see the argument objectively

It may all gone to hell and it might not, better start stabling only when they have shown the edge of the knife first, not before

 

[jhungary]

Remember the 2008 Sichuan earthquake? US relief aid to China was a mere 250,000 dollars. Reuters never said a word. Why the fuss now?

Probably because US provided nearly 5 millions between 2008 to 2010 to china in Sichuan 2008 instead of the 250,000 you said

In FY 2008 alone, us donated 600,000 dollar aid with search and rescue team to china, now, maybe only 200,000 or so were reaching Sichuan, I don't know ( that mean Chinese government official pocketed 400,000 in 2008) but according to USAID, the governmental body in barged of the aid funding, US made 600,000 in FY2008 and about 5 millions between 2008 to 2010

How much of those aid were pocketed by Chinese government I don know, you need to take it up your own government
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[Destro]

USAID is a terrorist organisation. Their goal is never about helping the people but about funding dissidents. They use these disasters for geopolitical gains. That's why Russia kicked those worthless animals out of Russia. Hopefully CPC does the same. Besides, any money the Yanks give are our money anyway.

China gives more aid to the developing world than the world bank.

 

[JSCh]

Why do the Chinese people feels so uncharitable towards Philippines?

There are two incidents, one is the kidnapped and murdered Hong Kong tourist in Manila, the other is the murders of the Taiwanese fisherman by Philippine coast guard.

In both cases, Philippine has shown its callousness towards the lives and feeling of the Chinese people.

Philippine has shown its uncharitable behavior towards Chinese feelings, in so much that even a simple apology for clear wrong doing is so hard to extract from the Philippine. Would Philippine behave that way if the victims is their own country men?

It is therefore not surprising that Chinese people would feel the same towards the Philippine. Past action does have some consequence.

Anyway, Philippine has others rich allies like US and Japan, I am sure Philippine would prefer their help more than China.

 

[shuttler]

India and the Philippines are allies but how much did India give to the Filipinos ?

NOTHING !!!!

World offers aid for typhoon-ravaged Philippines - Indian Express

A US aircraft carrier set sail for the Philippines to help speed up relief efforts on Tuesday after a typhoon killed an estimated 10,000 people in one city alone, with fears the toll could rise sharply as rescuers reach devastated towns.
The Philippines has been overwhelmed by the scale of Typhoon Haiyan, one of the strongest on record, which tore a path through islands in the central Philippines on Friday.

Here is a non-exhaustive list of donations and efforts from different countries and organisations, supplementing supplies being flown in from elsewhere in the Philippines.

AUSTRALIA announced a A$10 million ($9.3 million) package, including medical personnel and non-food items such as tarpaulins, sleeping mats, mosquito nets, water containers and hygiene kits.

BRITAIN announced a 10 million pound ($16 million) package to aid up to 500,000 people, including temporary shelter, water, plastic sheeting and household items, as well as military aid.

NEW ZEALAND will give NZ$2.15 million ($1.7 million) in aid.

JAPAN will give $10 million in aid, including goods such as tents and blankets. A 25-strong emergency medical relief team has already been dispatched.

SOUTH KOREA will provide financial aid worth $5 million and dispatch a 40-member disaster relief team. Korea Red Cross is giving financial aid worth $100,000 and will start a nationwide donation campaign aiming for 10 billion won ($9.32 million).

INDONESIA is to dispatch aircraft and logistical aid including personnel, drinking water, food, generators, antibiotics and other medication.

UAE gives $10 million to provide support and humanitarian assistance.

The UNITED STATES is providing $20 million in immediate humanitarian assistance and has sent a team of about 90 Marines and sailors, part of a first wave of promised U.S. military assistance. An aircraft carrier and four other Navy ships set sail for the Philippines from Hong Kong on Tuesday.

The US AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID) is sending emergency shelter and hygiene materials. It is sending 55 tons of emergency food to feed 20,000 children and 15,000 adults for up to five days. The U.S. EMBASSY is sending $100,000 for water and sanitation support.

The EUROPEAN COMMISSION said it would provide eight million euros ($11 million) to help worst-affected areas.

The CHINESE government is providing $100,000 and the Chinese Red Cross a further $100,000.

THE VATICAN pledged 3 million euros ($4 million), adding to $150,000 given by the Pope and 100,000 euros ($134,000) by Catholic charity Caritas.

INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE, a U.S.-based aid agency, will dispatch an emergency team and has launched a $10 million appeal for aid.

MEDECINS SANS FRONTIERES is strengthening its teams with an additional 30 people including medical personnel, logisticians and psychologists. MSF is also sending 200 tonnes of medical and relief items.

THE U.N. CHILDREN'S FUND (UNICEF) is airlifting $1.3 million worth of supplies, including water purification tablets, soap, medical kits, tarpaulins, and micro nutrient supplements.

THE WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME is airlifting 44 tons of high-energy biscuits, enough to feed 132,000 people for a day, as well as emergency supplies and communications equipment.

The UN REFUGEE AGENCY is organising an emergency airlift to send aid and supplies.

THE INTERNATIONAL RED CROSS AND RED CRESCENT MOVEMENT is appealing for 87 million Swiss francs ($94.6 million) to provide 100,000 families with food, water, shelter and other essential relief for 18 months.

Spain
Russia
France
Germany
Belgium
Austria
Switzerland
Norway
Denmark
Sweden
Holland
Saudi Arabia
Brunei

Who is not donating from here:
List of wealthiest charitable foundations - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
and
List of charitable foundations - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Dont blame us!

We have to confront with a lot of our natural disasters too! 

$200k by the 2nd highest GDP so called wanna be powerhouse in the world is not meager... okaie dookey. is $100 K ?

india is the up and coming super powder. why just supply all indian-made materials and no cash?
It is a great photo opportunities for the cheerleaders！Dont miss it!

 

[Destro]

Probably because US provided nearly 5 millions between 2008 to 2010 to china in Sichuan 2008 instead of the 250,000 you said

In FY 2008 alone, us donated 600,000 dollar aid with search and rescue team to china, now, maybe only 200,000 or so were reaching Sichuan, I don't know ( that mean Chinese government official pocketed 400,000 in 2008) but according to USAID, the governmental body in barged of the aid funding, US made 600,000 in FY2008 and about 5 millions between 2008 to 2010

How much of those aid were pocketed by Chinese government I don know, you need to take it up your own government
Reactions to the 2008 Sichuan earthquake - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

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Like Russia, Bolivia Expels USAID for Supporting Political Destabilization Activities | Global Research

Aid my arse

More like a government tool used for imperialism.

 

[gambit]

Well, US is so much richer then China. They can afford to.

Chinese has to think about their citizen that are still poor, and measure how much should be given away. In win-win, the other side has to be willing to reciprocate, if not, why should Chinese benefits be sacrificed for others.

Who said China have to? Aid compelled is not charity. China have every right to refuse to participate.

 

[twocents]

Probably because US provided nearly 5 millions between 2008 to 2010 to china in Sichuan 2008 instead of the 250,000 you said

In FY 2008 alone, us donated 600,000 dollar aid with search and rescue team to china, now, maybe only 200,000 or so were reaching Sichuan, I don't know ( that mean Chinese government official pocketed 400,000 in 2008) but according to USAID, the governmental body in barged of the aid funding, US made 600,000 in FY2008 and about 5 millions between 2008 to 2010

How much of those aid were pocketed by Chinese government I don know, you need to take it up your own government
Reactions to the 2008 Sichuan earthquake - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Where We Work | U.S. Agency for International Development

Where We Work | U.S. Agency for International Development

Assuming the figures you provided are accurate we are still talking about the sum total between 2008 and 2010. If we are to apply the same logic, we ought to come back in 2015 and revisit the issue. It's only days after the typhoon.