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Aid Quote by Brian Behlendorf

“Foreign trade is not a replacement for foreign aid, of course, but foreign aid to a country that doesn't also engage in significant amounts of foreign trade is more likely to end up in the pockets of dictators and cronies.” quote by Brian Behlendorf
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“Foreign trade is not a replacement for foreign aid, of course, but foreign aid to a country that doesn't also engage in significant amounts of foreign trade is more likely to end up in the pockets of dictators and cronies.”

Brian Behlendorf

About This Quote

Source Speech: Development Forum, 2018

Aid without trade often fuels corruption; combining aid with robust trade reduces misuse and promotes sustainable development.

In simple terms: Aid needs trade to avoid corruption.

Key Takeaway

Link aid programs with trade initiatives.

Themes

development corruption trade aid effectiveness

Mood

analytical pragmatic

Type

policy economic development

When to use this quote

  • policy planning
  • NGO strategy
  • international negotiations
  • economic research

Key Concepts

economic development good governance foreign policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can trade be structured to ensure transparency?
  • What safeguards protect aid from corruption?
A Different Perspective

Trade alone may not guarantee good governance.

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