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UK Government Shifts Focus to Multilateral Aid Post-Cuts

1/20/2026

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The UK government will prioritise overseas aid for multilateral institutions, per Jenny Chapman, Minister for International Development and Africa.
This follows a 40% cut to overseas aid and aims to counter threats to international cooperation.
Chapman emphasised multilateral aid, especially for gender and climate programs.
Allocations for the next three years will be announced soon, after an impact assessment highlighted effects on women and Africa projects.

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The UK government will prioritise overseas aid for multilateral institutions, per Jenny Chapman, Minister for International Development and Africa.
This follows a 40% cut to overseas aid and aims to counter threats to international cooperation.
Chapman emphasised multilateral aid, especially for gender and climate programs.
Allocations for the next three years will be announced soon, after an impact assessment highlighted effects on women and Africa projects.