China & United States — United States Agency for International Development

China: China is a major plastic user and polluter in Asia, heavily reliant on Middle Eastern feedstock, and is significantly affected by the plastic supply disruptions and price increases.

United States — United States Agency for International Development: Deep spending cuts by the United States — United States Agency for International Development last year contributed to lower global condom stockpiles, exacerbating current shortages.

China: China is a dominant player in Zambia's mineral sector, and the United States' new aid strategy is partly aimed at challenging China's influence in Africa.

United States — United States Agency for International Development: The United States' new approach replaces decades of engagement anchored in the now-dismantled United States — United States Agency for International Development.

United States — United States Agency for International Development: United States — United States Agency for International Development sent a disaster assessment team to Myanmar and pledged $2 million in emergency assistance.

United States — United States Agency for International Development: The United States — United States Agency for International Development provided up to US$5 million in funding to Pela Global Limited for the Krstov Dol Antimony Mine Restart Project, marking its first antimony investment and first project in North Macedonia. This aims to diversify global antimony supply away from China.