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Why has UNOCHA set a lower target for humanitarian spending?

30 June 2025

Earlier this month, UNOCHA unveiled a $29 billion humanitarian aid target — a big drop compared to its previous goal of $44 billion. We look at the numbers to see what's happening.

How to unlock funding from Asia’s largest foundations

30 June 2025

Asia’s top philanthropies are moving billions — but don’t expect open calls. A new Devex guide offers key intel for fundraisers and BD pros on how to engage funders like Tata Trusts, Tencent, and Temasek Foundation.

Another victim of Trump’s aid cuts? His own development legacy

26 June 2025

The "America First" agenda of Trump's second presidential term has undermined achievements from his first term in areas such as international religious freedom, women’s economic empowerment, and trade.

Spain's aid budget is rising — but has a long way to go

26 June 2025

The spotlight is on Spain's development philosophy, which is quite different from that of its neighbors.

Afreximbank ratings clash puts spotlight on small development banks

26 June 2025

The clash is exposing gaps in how the global system defines and deals with smaller, emerging multilateral lenders during sovereign debt restructurings.

White House defends $9.4 billion clawback amid Senate concerns

26 June 2025

Lawmakers from both parties raised alarm over cuts to global health and foreign aid programs, questioning the administration’s authority to rescind congressionally approved funds.