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<p>The Department for International Development (DFID) is supporting the UK’s global
efforts to combat the outbreak of COVID-19 and help the most vulnerable. UK aid will reduce
the risk of the spread of the disease by supporting developing countries most at risk
of coronavirus to quickly identify cases and care for patients. This support demonstrates
how UK aid is making the world a safer place by tackling diseases that do not respect
borders.</p><p>The UK has committed up to £241 million of aid to support the global
efforts to combat the outbreak of COVID-19. In addition to the UK’s significant annual
funding to the World Health Organization (WHO) of around £120 million, the UK has
committed an additional £10 million to the WHO’s Emergency Flash Appeal and additional
funding for other international partners who are helping developing countries develop
and deliver their own response to the virus. This includes funding for research and
development of vaccines, diagnostics and treatments, medical and humanitarian expertise
and supplies and a package of support to help developing countries respond to the
economic impacts of the virus.</p><p>By reducing the global impact of the virus and
preventing its spread, this support is firmly in the UK national interest, protecting
both the UK public and the stability of the UK economy.</p><p>UK aid has a longstanding
record of supporting countries across the globe to prepare for large disease outbreaks.
We are working closely with our international partners, including the WHO, to support
vulnerable countries ensuring they are better prepared. We are keeping further international
funding under regular review.</p><p> </p>
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