Sweeping changes in Sida humanitarian aid, UNRWA in limbo

News September 24, 2025

The Swedish government’s new strategy for humanitarian assistance managed by Sida is lauded by experts for its focus on “humanitarian diplomacy” and on increasing the share of aid to be channelled through local NGOs. As Sida restructures its allocation process in line with the new strategy, it leaves the door open for possible support to UNRWA, despite the government’s decision to defund the agency.

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