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Randeep Sarai, who recently assumed a key government role overseeing Canada's international aid efforts, gave his first in-depth interview focusing on improving transparency and implementing reforms in foreign aid.
He explained the need for efficient aid spending and better public understanding after Canadians showed little awareness during the spring 2024 election campaign.
Sarai highlighted reforms to reduce red tape in funding, criticized Canada's cumbersome aid system, and noted aid cutbacks in Afghanistan since the Taliban's 2021 return.
In the fiscal year ending in spring 2024, Canada allocated $12 billion toward international aid and committed $391.3 million at the G7 to encourage private investment in global economic development.
The interview suggests Canada aims to maintain aid levels and improve efficiency despite global cutbacks, reinforcing its multilateral reputation and development goals.

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Canadian foreign aid must be used efficiently, be transparent: minister - National

Randeep Sarai said Canadians should know how their aid dollars work to, for example, flood-proof areas prone to natural disasters or provide farmers with climate-resilient crops.

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