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U.S. aid cuts leave UN food agency less able to respond to crises

Experts cited by CNBC warn that climate shocks, conflict, and a global fuel crisis are compounding the impact of higher interest rates and donor cuts on food assistance capacity.

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The world is heading into food crises with reduced support as U.S. aid cuts tighten funding for the UN’s food agency, leaving it less able to respond, according to CNBC.

CNBC reports that climate shocks, ongoing conflict, and a global fuel crisis are worsening conditions, while surging interest rates and donor cuts further constrain resources to help people facing higher food prices.

Experts interviewed by CNBC said the funding squeeze reduces the agency’s ability to respond at scale as food price pressures rise across affected regions.

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