In order to spread awareness and engage a larger audience in saving the Giant Panda, China has either gifted or leased Giant Pandas to zoos around the world.Giant Pandas which are leased must be returned to China at the end of their contract or the contract must be renewed. Any Giant Panda cubs born while being leased also belong to China and are usually returned within 5 years of their birth. Currently there Giant Pandas living in 11 countries outside of China. The Giant Panda can be found in Australia, Austria, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Mexico, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, and the United States.