Berlin, Germany – In the wake of the US withdrawal from global development aid, the German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Reem Alabali-Radovan, has expressed grave concerns about the devastating consequences this will have on the global stage.
According to Alabali-Radovan, the US’s sudden departure from various humanitarian and development assistance programs will have catastrophic repercussions. The minister emphasized that Germany and the European Union will be unable to compensate for the losses, making it essential for the German development policy to be robust and well-established.
Alabali-Radovan highlighted the significance of a strong partnership with other countries, stating that the country’s economic success is largely dependent on its export industry, while peace is built on strong alliances with nations worldwide. The minister emphasized that it is crucial to engage in conflicts, pandemics and food security initiatives, as these issues ultimately affect Germany’s own interests.
“It’s in our own interest to have a strong development cooperation” Alabali-Radovan stressed, vowing to stand by her commitment as minister to ensure the best possible outcome for Germany and the world.