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In microcosm, this is why “fund defence spending with an aid cut” is really stupid. What is your strategy to prevail in these conflicts if not through funding something like the World Service in addition to your hard power?
Ministers demand BBC World Service plan for cuts as aid budget slashed
Exclusive: David Lammy asks BBC bosses to draw up tightened budget amid criticism move could harm UK’s global influence
www.theguardian.com
May 11, 2025 at 8:01 PM
In microcosm, this is why “fund defence spending with an aid cut” is really stupid. What is your strategy to prevail in these conflicts if not through funding something like the World Service in addition to your hard power?