International Aid Is As Vital As Defence Spending Cutting Either Undermines British Security Emily Darlington

When funding to support vulnerable countries is withdrawn, the risk of war and global destabilisation increases National defence and international development are two sides of the same coin. Our long-term security requires us to invest in both. European nations need to fill any as we ensure there can be no victory for Vladimir Putin in Ukraine and Donald Trumps decision to . Before being elected as an MP, I lived in and saw the vital work done by local charities that help families of children growing up in informal settlements on the outskirts of Nairobi. I met teenagers working on social media projects to tackle disinformation and prevent post-election violence. And I talked to women about the ever-present threat of rape and sexual violence.