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Data Starter: Foreign aid by country donor, 2018-2023
Elizabeth Veal
7th March 2025
How important has the USA been as a foreign aid giver in recent years?
Using this OurWorldinData chart showing selected countries that gave foreign aid, answer the following questions:
- Calculate the percentage increase in USA foreign aid given between 2018 and 2023.
- Compare the USA’s contribution to foreign aid given to that of Germany and the UK in 2023.
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Elizabeth Veal
Liz has taught Economics for over 25 years, including several years as Head of Economics at leading schools.
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