Deeper Dive: How US aid shutdown affects Thailand

Deeper Dive: How US aid shutdown affects Thailand

The majority of America’s international aid programs have been terminated by US President Donald Trump, immediately affecting Thailand and its neighbors. People have now died as a result of the affected projects, which range from clinics and refugee assistance to quake comfort and clean energy.

What charitable initiatives have been abandoned, how are they faring, and what hope exists for the future?

In the most recent episode of Bangkok Post’s” Deeper Dive” video podcast, Dave Kendall speaks with Phil Robertson, a former deputy director of Human Rights Watch and present chairman of Asia Human Rights and Labor Advocates Consultancy.