In addition to continuing support through aid, the UK must stand up for women’s and girls’ rights internationally. ActionAid projects in Zambia safeguarding women from sexual exploitation were forced to close due to USAID cuts. Welcomed the debate on international development and highlighted the importance of restoring aid to 0.7% GNI. Emphasised the importance of investing in multilateral efforts such as Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and the Global Fund. Also highlighted the role of the United Nations and the need for innovative financing methods.

Raises concerns about the dominance of US influence in UK foreign policy and the impact of cuts to welfare and overseas development aid. He stresses the importance of upholding human rights, international law, and global security.

Emphasised that women and girls will be most affected by the cuts, reinforcing a point made earlier.

Discussed the context behind the UK's decision to cut aid spending and highlighted the negative impact of Truss' mini-Budget on the economy. Highlights how previous government policies undermined public trust by cutting services, leading to calls for 'charity begins at home' sentiment.

Highlights the impact of USAID cuts on humanitarian mine action by organisations like Mines Advisory Group in various countries, urging sustained funding to keep civilians safe and support post-conflict recovery.

Discussed the moral obligation on countries like ours to fill the gap left by reduced US aid, citing concerns about health and developmental support work. Highlighted the potential influence of China in filling this void. Agrees that NGOs and church groups play a crucial role in supporting people in poverty and filling gaps where aid falls short. He emphasizes the moral obligation to continue spending on aid, despite concerns about political posturing. Suggests working alongside NGOs and faith-based charities to continue important work despite funding cuts, expressing interest in the idea being passed back to relevant Minister.

The USAID cuts will mean that 280,000 people in Yemen lose access to primary care, mental healthcare and reproductive healthcare, and 3,000 people in Lebanon will be left without education. This is devastating for humanitarian stability, security, and potential pandemics.

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Defends the coalition government's record on aid budget protection despite public service cuts, noting that 0.7% of gross national income was a commitment since 1970 in the Lib Dem manifesto.

Asked about the financial motivations behind UK's decision to reduce aid, emphasizing the need for economic growth.

The UK undermining its role as a leader in international development not only undermines soft power but leaves vital regions exposed to hostile powers. The cuts could lead to increased migration pressures, conflicts, and spread of diseases.

The decision to cut overseas aid is lowering our commitment and betrays the world’s most vulnerable people. The UK’s retreat from moral leadership invites disease, conflict, and extremism back.

Acknowledges the challenges but points out that these cuts are happening under her current Government's watch, emphasizing the need for certainty in the development sector. Asked about the Government's commitment to ensuring half of the development budget goes to women and girls.