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Musk’s DOGE Announces Major International Spending Cuts Including $21 Million To India | N18G

The US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and created by President Donald Trump, has announced significant cuts to various international expenditures. These cuts are aimed at reducing wasteful spending and improving governance. Among the canceled allocations are $21 million for voter turnout in India, $22 million for Moldova’s inclusive political process, and $29 million for political strengthening in Bangladesh. Other cuts include funding for projects in Nepal, Cambodia, and Mozambique, as well as $32 million for the Prague Civil Society Centre and $47 million for improving learning outcomes in Asia. The department’s post on X revealed that these funds were initially intended for various international development initiatives but were deemed unnecessary in the current context. The announcement follows a visit by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the US, where discussions on space, technology, and governance took place with both President Trump and Musk.

February 17, 2025 / 15:06 IST
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first published: Feb 17, 2025 03:06 pm

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