While the world should generally welcome China’s initiative, the real question is what kind of aid developing Asia needs. Anyone who has worked in developing countries understands that weak institutions and poor governance are often far bigger obstacles to growth than a lack of funds.
总体而言，世界应该欢迎中国的亚投行，但真正的问题是发展中的亚洲需要怎样的援助。在发展中国家工作的人都明白，弱制度和差治理常常是比资金缺乏更大的增长障碍。此外，一项工程不管在纸面上是如何宏大，其实际操作常常需要小心严谨。成本总是远远超过最初的估计，规划者常常大大低谷确保工程维持和修整所需要的技能和资金。