Development Assistance
/dɪˈvɛləpmənt əˈsɪstəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Financial aid provided by governments or international organizations to support the economic, environmental, social, and institutional development of developing countries.
The treaty outlined provisions for increased development assistance to post-conflict regions.
Forms
- development assistance
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Commentary
In legal contexts, development assistance often involves formal agreements or treaties that specify the nature, conditions, and objectives of the aid, making precise definitions crucial for drafting and interpretation.
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