US cedes ground to China with ‘self-inflicted wound’ of USAid shutdown, analysts say
- Posted on February 7, 2025
- By The Guardian
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US cedes ground to China with ‘self-inflicted wound’ of USAid shutdown, analysts say
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Sudden suspension of aid funding a ‘perfect opportunity’ for Beijing to fill the gap and grow its own soft power