The Swedish right-wing government announced on Friday that it will cut aid to four African countries and close their local offices. According to officials, this decision is part of a new strategy aimed at redirecting foreign aid to closer cooperation with a smaller number of partners. The authorities emphasize that the priority will be to support countries demonstrating a commitment to democratic values and human rights. The decision has drawn criticism from some human rights organizations, which fear negative consequences for vulnerable populations in the affected countries.
