Foreign Secretary David Lammy criticized the US for potentially cutting international aid, warning that it could allow China to expand its influence. However, just two weeks later, the UK Prime Minister announced a plan to increase defence spending by cutting the international development budget, sparking backlash from Labour figures and charities. Lammy has been consistent in his opposition to foreign aid cuts, as has Chancellor Rachel Reeves, who previously warned that such cuts would diminish Britain’s influence and security.
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