Australia criticised over declining foreign aid investments

Australian relief stores being sent to Tonga following the 2022 volcanic eruption and tsunami (AAP)

Australian relief stores being sent to Tonga following the 2022 volcanic eruption and tsunami (AAP) Source: AAP / CPL Robert Whitmore/EPA

There are calls for Australia to increase its spending on foreign aid as an investment in future stability and prosperity.


Recent data shows a decade of declining or stagnant foreign aid investments by Australia is working against the nation's best interests.

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