The Donald Trump’s administration planned to destroy $9.7 million worth of contraceptives intended for foreign aid.
This decision was part of a larger effort to dismantle aid infrastructure.
This decision would cost US taxpayers $167,000 to destroy the supplies.
This policy prohibits international organizations receiving US funding from providing abortion services or information.
The administration has proposed significant cuts to global health programs, including a $500 million reduction in funding for family planning programs.
Notably, the Trump administration has been vocal about terminating funding for international family planning and reproductive health programs.
Meanwhile, this has sparked concerns among global health advocates, who argue that they would undermine US leadership in global health and jeopardize the progress made in combating diseases like HIV/AIDS.
