US foreign aid by region in 2023

  • Europe and Eurasia led overall, with $19.59 billion.
  • $11.13 billion was disbursed to the Middle East; nearly half ($5.48b) was for military support.
  • Sub-Saharan Africa was the second largest recipient, with $16.21 billion.
  • President Trump paused all US foreign aid for 90 days to reassess alignment with strategic priorities.

President Trump recently suspended all US foreign assistance programmes for 90 days, initiating a review to align aid with his administration’s strategic priorities.

In 2023, the US disbursed $71.93 billion in foreign aid across various regions, with significant allocations for economic development and military support.

Sub-Saharan Africa received $16.21 billion, 97% of which was focused on economic assistance, while the Middle East and North Africa secured $11.13 billion, almost half of which was directed toward military aid ($5.48 billion).

This move introduces uncertainty for recipient nations, potentially disrupting development projects and prompting them to seek alternative funding sources.

Source:

ForeignAssistance.gov

Period:

2023 Fiscal year
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