US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order temporarily suspending foreign aid to Pakistan for a re-evaluation. This has led to several key projects funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) being put on hold.
Donald Trump has temporarily suspended US foreign aid to countries including Pakistan for a comprehensive review, affecting key sectors such as energy, economic growth, agriculture, education, and health.
The US has temporarily suspended foreign assistance to Pakistan for re-evaluation following an executive order issued by President Donald Trump, according to a media report on Tuesday.
The US has temporarily halted foreign aid to Pakistan for reassessment following an executive order by President Trump. Several key USAID projects, including those in cultural preservation, energy, and economic growth,
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In 2024, the then-president of the US, Joe Biden, provided USD 16 million (Rs 138 crore) in civil aid to Pakistan.
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Multiple initiatives related to health, agriculture, food security, flood relief, climate, and education have also been affected.
The move will bring to a halt a number of projects by United States Agency For International Development (USAID) projects in Pakistan