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USAID Suspends All Aid to Bangladesh's Yunus-led Government Following Trump's Executive Order, $72 Billion in FY23
Jan 26, 2025, 09:22 AM
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced an immediate suspension of all activities in Bangladesh, following an executive order from President Donald Trump. This directive halts all existing contracts, grants, and assistance programs in the country. The decision impacts the Yunus-led government, which has been informed of the aid suspension. In fiscal year 2023, the U.S. provided $72 billion in aid to Bangladesh, making it the largest single donor of foreign aid to the nation. USAID has instructed its implementing partners in Bangladesh to cease all operations immediately.
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