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flag U.S. cut foreign aid sharply in 2025, disrupting global health programs despite new tech-focused initiatives.

flag In 2025, the U.S. significantly reduced its foreign aid budget, marking a major shift from its historical role as the world’s top global health donor. flag The change, driven by a strategic pivot toward bilateral partnerships, national security, and domestic priorities, led to funding cuts for critical programs including HIV treatment, maternal care, and disease prevention in low-income countries. flag This resulted in disruptions to health services, with reports of children and families losing access to life-saving medications, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. flag While some new initiatives, like a $150 million grant to drone company Zipline for medical deliveries, signaled a move toward innovative, performance-based aid, overall support declined. flag Global health experts warn of setbacks in disease control and long-term consequences for global health security, though some nations, like Zambia, responded to reporting by restoring access to essential treatments.

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