Papua New Guinea (PNG) has long relied on foreign mining companies for its economic development. <br /><br />But a new state-owned Chinese mine is causing controversy over its operations. <br /><br />An influx of mainland Chinese migrants has created discontent among locals struggling with high levels of unemployment and poverty.<br /><br />In this edition of 101 East we will discuss China's influence in the Pacific and the effects it has on the people of PNG.<br /><br />Fauziah Ibrahim, our presenter, is joined by Sir Michael Somare, PNG's prime minister, to discuss China's growing influence in his country.
