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Japan Cuts Global Health Funding by 52%, Sparks Criticism

12/15/2025

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Japan pledged 81 billion yen (US$520 million) to the Global Fund to Fight Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria over three years, a 52% reduction from previous commitments.
Analysts warn this smaller pledge could harm Japan's credibility in international cooperation and peace diplomacy.
The Japan Centre for International Exchange criticized the cut as undermining Japan's reputation in global health.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says global health is vital for economic, social, and security stability.

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Japan pledged 81 billion yen (US$520 million) to the Global Fund to Fight Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria over three years, a 52% reduction from previous commitments.
Analysts warn this smaller pledge could harm Japan's credibility in international cooperation and peace diplomacy.
The Japan Centre for International Exchange criticized the cut as undermining Japan's reputation in global health.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says global health is vital for economic, social, and security stability.