US government stops billions: shock for millions of people in need!
US government stops billions: shock for millions of people in need!
Afghanistan, Land - The US government has decided to hold back several foreign aid programs, which could have worrying effects on millions of people worldwide. This was communicated by Lewin in an email yesterday in which he apologized for the ambiguity of the award. The U -turn in aid policy was carried out under massive pressure from the administration and the congress.
The UN World Food Program urgently warned that the closure of these programs could be "a death sentence" for many people. In particular, the affected countries such as Afghanistan, Yemen, Somalia and Syria face serious challenges due to the suspension of help. Overall, the value of the set aid programs is more than $ 1.3 billion.
effects and reactions
In view of the closure of the programs, aid organizations express great concern about the possible consequences for life -saving measures. The new US government, under the Foreign Minister Marco Rubio, has ordered the suspension of the funds to check all foreign aid programs for their efficiency and agreement with the "America First" agenda. This measure is in line with a decree by President Donald Trump, which aims to tighten the financial means. However, exceptions to food aids in emergencies as well as military financing for Israel and Egypt were made.The United States is the largest donor in development aid in the 2023 financial year with $ 72 billion. Despite this high sum, there are considerable internal tensions: U.S.ID employees are threatened with disciplinary measures if they ignore the new instructions. There is also confusion about military aid to Ukraine, which was denied by the Ukrainian President Selenskyj, while the exposed help affect, in particular.
long -term consequences
The interruption of US financing for the Pepper initiative in the fight against HIV and AIDS, which is crucial for many developing countries, especially in Africa, is also questionable. It is estimated that over 20 million people rely on the antirroviral medication supplied by Pepfar, while 63 million people benefit from US-financed malaria measures. The Democratic Party sharply criticizes this development and sees it endangered the US credibility towards international partners.organizations such as Oxfam warn of the troubling from the many aid programs that could become a fatal danger to children and families. World Relief calls on the US government to face its responsibility and to ensure vital help.
Overall, it shows that the US government has to fear not only short-term humanitarian effects, but also long-term consequences for credibility and reputation in the international community due to its suspended aid programs. The next steps of the government are eagerly awaited, especially with regard to the announced internal review, which should be completed within 85 days.
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