Should Germany increase or decrease foreign aid spending?
In 2013, the German government pledged that foreign aid spending would rise to .7% of GNI. In 2015, the government’s budget included €6.44 billion or less than .4% of its GNI. Proponents argue that this is lower than other developed countries and aid spending should be increased to help combat poverty and illnesses in developing countries. Opponents argue that the German government is facing a deficit and cannot afford increased spending right now.
56% Increase |
31% Decrease |
43% Increase |
24% Decrease |
13% Increase, but only for countries that have no human rights violations |
3% Decrease, until we drastically reduce our national budget deficit |
2% Decrease, and we should not give foreign aid to any countries |
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1% Decrease, and deny aid to countries that harbor or promote terrorism |
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Unique answers from Germany users whose views extended beyond the provided choices.
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Decrease, as Germany in the current crisis should be focusing on its domestic, economic and social issues and reducing national budget deficit than providing foreign aid
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We are currently helping the wrong countries/people. Aid should be coupled with conditions and surveillance to make sure it reaches the people who need it/achieves the aims we want. It would be better to help large NGOs than countries corrupt governments.
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Increase but mainly to poor countries
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Increase, but ensure that the money actually helps people who need help
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decrease, and remove foreign aid
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