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Why has there been a reduction in aid commitments globally?

The 40th anniversary of Live Aid happened recently. This great moment of global solidarity precip...

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14.17 24 Jul 2025


Why has there been a reduction in aid commitments globally?


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14.17 24 Jul 2025


The 40th anniversary of Live Aid happened recently.

This great moment of global solidarity precipitated a decades-long increase in aid spending from across the developed world, but in recent years, that pattern has reversed.

Why has this happened, and how can we redress the balance?

Dominic MacSorley is Humanitarian Ambassador for Concern Worldwide and joins Seán to discuss.


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