- February 12, 2025
- 1:21 am
- World News
Since 2022, Ukraine has become the largest recipient of assistance from the American Agency for International Development (USAID), significantly overtaking Israel, which has been the first place for years.
Earlier, before the full -scale attack of Russians on Ukraine, Israel for years was the main recipient of American assistance. During the 2024 fiscal year, he was in second place.
According to Wall Street Journal, in only 2023 only the United States was sent to assistance programs for Ukraine $ 17.2 billionwhile the volume of assistance to Israel was $ 3.3 billion.
After taking office, Donald Trump for 90 days suspended the financing of USAID programs. The new administration checks whether the US policy funded by the program has corresponded to the program.
He writes about this Wall Street Journal February 10, 2025.
The transition of Ukraine to the first place was a direct consequence of the full -scale invasion of Russia. USAID programs cover a wide range – from the restoration of infrastructure to humanitarian aid and support for reform.
Where are the USAID products go?
1. Ukraine – Priority direction since 2022. The main part of the funds is aimed at supporting the restoration of destroyed cities, reforming the management system and humanitarian needs.
2. Israel – A long -term partner of the United States. Financing goes to strengthen the defense potential and support social programs.
3. Jordan and Egypt – Two key allies of the United States in the Middle East. These countries entered the five largest recipients of assistance in 2023.
General data: US external volume
According to Wall Street Journal, the total volume of US international assistance in 2023 reached $ 65 billionwhich is a record indicator in recent years.
| Country | Assistance volume ($ billion) | Assignment of help |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 17.2 | Recovery, humanitarian programs |
| Israel | 3.3 | Defense, social programs |
| Jordan | Data is not specified | Support for stability and security |
| Egypt | Data is not specified | Social projects and infrastructure |
Pepfar: An example of a successful assistance program
Program Pepfar (The Presidential Plan of Extraordinary Assistance in the fight against AIDS), created in 2003 by President George Bush, is a striking example of the effective use of USAID funds. According to experts, Pepfar saved about 26 million livesespecially in Africa countries, where the HIV epidemic was previously catastrophic.
If the program is continued, by 2030 it can prevent 5.2 million deaths And 6.4 million new cases of infection. However, if financing ceases, the consequences can be tragic: according to forecasts, 460 thousand children will dieA 2.8 million will become orphans.
Political background of international assistance
After taking office, Donald Trump for 90 days suspended the financing of USAID programs. The new administration checks whether the US policy funded by the program has corresponded to the program.
The termination of USAID financing will affect many countries around the world. For decades, this agency has supported projects to combat poverty, healthcare, education and infrastructure development in more than 100 countries. The decision to suspend or reduce financing is associated with a revision of US foreign policy priorities. The programs in the countries of Africa and the Middle East, as well as in Ukraine, where the USAID help was key in recovery after the war, will suffer most. Experts warn that such a reduction can lead to a slowdown in humanitarian initiatives and negative social consequences.
USAID (US Agency for International Development) is a state structure that is engaged in the provision of economic, humanitarian and technical assistance to other countries. Founded in 1961, it implements projects for the development of democracy, healthcare, education and restoration of infrastructure in more than 100 countries of the world. The main goal of USAID is to maintain stability and development in the regions in a crisis or in need of help.
Conclusion
USAID financial support is not just numbers. These are millions of saved lives, restored cities and fortified partnerships. Ukraine and Israel remain key areas of this help. Both countries-each in its own way-reflect the value and importance of strategic cooperation with the United States.
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