Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump’s decision to curb foreign assistance and dismantle key international agencies, such as the US Agency for International Development (USAID), has raised concerns among lawmakers and analysts. The move, viewed as an extension of his “America First” policy, could cede significant global influence to China, allowing Beijing to strengthen its international standing at the expense of American strategic interests. The Role of US Foreign Aid as Soft Power Historically, the United States has used foreign aid as a tool of “soft power” to maintain alliances,…
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