Does the rise of Emerging Powers challenge the existing notions of development?

The essay explores the emergence of new donors in international development assistance at the start of the 21st century, analyzing their impact on existing development paradigms. It questions the coherence of the term "new emerging donors," highlighting the diversity among these actors and their historical presence in aid provision. The author aims to clarify who these donors are and assess their significance in shaping current development assistance practices, contributing to an ongoing academic discourse on the evolution of development politics.