The sharp reduction in USAID funding by the U.S. government is already having severe consequences worldwide, particularly in developing nations. Critical health programs tackling HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis are struggling to sustain operations, while education and climate resilience projects face funding shortages. In response, local leaders from Africa, Asia, and Latin America recently gathered in Paris to discuss alternative solutions, emphasizing self-sufficiency as a long-term goal.
A study published in Nature warns that these cuts could lead to an additional 369,000 child deaths per year due to severe malnutrition. Meanwhile, the withdrawal of U.S. climate finance is expected to devastate global environmental efforts, leaving many vulnerable nations without crucial support. As the international community scrambles for alternatives, the full impact of the USAID cuts continues to unfold.
