After USAID Suspension, Details of the Agency’s Spending in Kazakhstan Emerge

Funding for "countering disinformation" and human rights initiatives raises questions

Feb 7, 2025 - 11:13
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After USAID Suspension, Details of the Agency’s Spending in Kazakhstan Emerge
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Following news of the temporary suspension of USAID operations, new details have emerged regarding the agency’s funding of various projects in Kazakhstan.

Where Did the Money Go?

  • $4.5 million was allocated for combating disinformation in Kazakhstan.
  • $2 million was directed towards supporting human rights initiatives in Central Asia, reportedly channeled through a European LGBTQ organization, according to MP Magerramov.

Will All Information Be Disclosed?

Sources indicate that the White House is ready to share details with Kazakh authorities regarding USAID’s funding of various projects, including those previously classified.

In the coming days, more revelations may surface about who received U.S. State Department funds and how they were used in Kazakhstan.

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