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U.S. Aid Cuts Leave Dozens of Global Infrastructure Projects AbandonedReuters, citing sources and documents, reports that dozens of global health and water supply infrastructure projects have been halted after the U.S. terminated related aid. The news agency verified 21 stalled projects across 16 countries.

July 24, 2025, 11:30 am EDT

 

The U.S. House of Representatives has approved the cancellation of $9.4 billion in overseas aid funding. This move also includes ending financial support for National Public Radio (NPR) and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

 

Affected projects primarily focus on basic infrastructure—such as rural water supply systems in Southeast Asia and healthcare clinics in sub-Saharan Africa—many of which were already under construction before funding was cut.

 

Local officials in several recipient countries expressed frustration, noting that the sudden halt has left incomplete facilities idle, wasting prior investments and delaying improvements to public services.

 

Critics argue the aid cuts undermine U.S. influence in global development efforts, while supporters of the move claim it prioritizes domestic spending. The long-term impact on public health and living conditions in affected regions remains a concern.