Is it possible to create the memory for a Java object in C/C++?

Question

Is it possible to have a C/C++ program allocate some memory, then have JNI use that memory for primitive java objects (such an array of bytes) that are passed to Java objects ?
I would like to allocate a region of memory in C++, then give that memory to a Java object (via some kind of JNI type) and have that Java object fill the memory region with data.
My impression from reading the JNI API and the few examples I've looked at is "No", there is a strict boundary between C++ and JNI as regards memory management. There may be serious implications as to why what I'm suggesting is not feasible, I am not enough of a JNI expert to know yet, and would greatly appreciate any input/comment.
Many thanks,
Colm.

Answer 1

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