Leaked documents revealed by investigative news site openDemocracy have hinted at the scale of Overseas Development Assistance cuts being discussed within the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. Aid to Somalia and the Democratic Republic of Congo could be slashed by 60%. Also among the cuts are nations that have seen recent or ongoing violence - with cuts in aid to Syria by 67%, Libya by 63%, Nigeria by 58% and South Sudan by 59%. “Reports of aid cuts to countries such as the DRC, South Sudan and Syria – among many others on the brink of humanitarian crises – are deeply concerning. He said: “The Foreign Secretary assured Parliament that he would protect seven strategic priorities from cuts, including humanitarian relief.

Source: Daily Mirror March 05, 2021 18:01 UTC