China has done a lot for (the development of) Africa, which is obvious to all. It is totally different from what imperialistic countries did in the past, establishing colonies to exploit the African people. Western countries are not qualified to blame China for carrying out neo-colonialism.

Li Ruogu, chairman and president of the policy lender Export-Import Bank of China, which has funded and provided loans for many projects in Africa

as quoted by ifeng.com Saturday.