The UK government has planned to stop oversea aid for sixteen countries including Russian, China, and Vietnam. These countries were deem to have "graduated out of poverty" and are being sufficiently supported by other means. The funding will then be re-directed towards countries deeply in need of development. Officials say this budget shift is a symbol of compassion to help the poorest of the world and will serve as a long-term solution to poverty. Bangladesh, Nigeria, and Pakistan are among the countries that will benefit from increased aid. The UK budget was not affected by the recent cuts.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-12599969
Meghan Steinbeiss
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