[1][2][3] China uses this form of soft power to secure diplomatic recognition in line with the One-China policy and to secure natural resources.
[2][4] The construction of stadiums is financed depending on the project with some given as gifts; paid for through low interest, concessional loans; built in partnership with both credit and the host nation taking on different construction responsibilities; or through some other kind of partnership.
[5] This form of diplomacy was practiced as early as 1958, when the Chinese government financed the construction of the National Sports Stadium in neighboring Mongolia.
[6] The following includes overseas stadiums and sports facilities built and donated as gifts or financed in association with the host country.
[2][5] Stadiums built by the creditor nation construction firms but without their government's financing assistance are not listed.