The UK government is cutting £6bn from its foreign aid budget to boost defense spending, reducing aid from 0.5% to 0.3% of GDP. While funding for crisis zones like Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan will be protected, other regions—such as Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Ethiopia—may see further cuts. Climate finance commitments remain intact, but general bilateral aid and contributions to international bodies like the UN could be reduced. Critics warn these cuts may fuel instability, while some argue they prioritize military strength over soft power. The shift follows similar aid reductions by the US and Europe.