In this discussion, humanitarian experts Jeremy Konyndyk, former USAID official and president of Refugees International, and Sara Pantuliano, Chief Executive at ODI Global, unpack the alarming cuts to foreign aid by Western governments. They delve into the historical role of the U.S. in global aid, the shift from philanthropy to a transactional model, and the dire consequences for crisis-affected regions. The conversation highlights the urgent need for a reevaluation of the aid system to prevent long-term instability and address pressing global challenges.
