Global HIV Progress at Risk as Aid Cuts Threaten Millions of Lives

A Lancet HIV study warns that funding reductions by major donor nations could lead to millions of additional infections and deaths by 2030, reversing decades of progress.

The Lancet HIV study projects up to 10.8 million new HIV infections and 2.9 million deaths by 2030 due to international aid cuts.
The U.S., UK, France, Germany, and the Netherlands, which provide over 90% of HIV foreign aid, have announced significant funding reductions.
Sub-Saharan Africa and vulnerable populations, including children, sex workers, and men who have sex with men, face the greatest risks from disrupted HIV services.
The Trump administration's recent pause on U.S. foreign aid spending has already caused disruptions to critical HIV testing, prevention, and treatment programs.
Experts emphasize the urgent need for sustainable financing strategies to prevent a resurgence of the HIV epidemic and protect global health progress.

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