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Source<\/strong>: The post Trump freezes foreign aid affecting global help<\/strong> has been created, based on the article \u201cCrippling aid work: The fallout of U.S. foreign assistance freeze will be far-reaching<\/strong>\u201d published in \u201cThe Hindu<\/strong>\u201d on 7th February 2025.<\/p>\n

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UPSC Syllabus Topic:<\/strong> GS Paper2- International Relations-Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India\u2019s interests,<\/p>\n

Context<\/strong>: The article discusses U.S. President Donald Trump\u2019s decision to freeze foreign aid. It explains that USAID funding is crucial for global aid. The freeze disrupts humanitarian efforts. The move is seen as inward-looking and could harm millions who depend on U.S. assistance.<\/p>\n

For detailed information on Trump\u2019s America First Policy and Global Impact<\/strong> read<\/a> this article here<\/p>\n

What is USAID and why is it important?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. USAID (United States Agency for International Development) was established in 1961 under the Foreign Assistance Act.<\/li>\n
  2. It provides humanitarian and development aid worldwide. According to USASpending.gov, USAID was allocated $44.2 billion<\/strong> in the 2024 budget.<\/li>\n
  3. This is 0.4% of the U.S. federal budget, but media reports say USAID provided nearly 42% of UN-tracked humanitarian aid in 2024.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    How does USAID help different countries?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    1. USAID funds programs in health care, food aid, and policy advocacy.<\/li>\n
    2. In India, it has supported education, immunization, HIV\/TB prevention, polio eradication, and child health<\/strong> since the 1960s. In the latest fiscal year, USAID contributions to India were over $150 million<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
    3. In conflict-ridden regions, USAID is a lifeline for food and medical aid.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      What actions has the Trump administration taken?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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      1. Foreign Aid Freeze:<\/strong> On his first day in office, President Donald Trump imposed a 90-day freeze on foreign aid<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      2. Justification for the Freeze:<\/strong> The administration cited inefficiencies and ideological opposition to USAID<\/strong> as reasons.<\/li>\n
      3. Criticism of USAID:<\/strong> Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency, called USAID a \u201cviper\u2019s nest of radical-left Marxists.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n
      4. The government has also:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n