Helen Murphy

Bogota D.C.

Journalist and Senior Editor at Devex

Ex Reuters, ex Bloomberg

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Devex Newswire: Trump’s 2026 budget slashes more than $30B from foreign aid

3 days ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

Gone are development, humanitarian, and global health funds; they are replaced by “America First” accounts focused on “strategic investments” such as repatriations and countering China. Plus, the U.S. and China clash at a U.N. board meeting. U.S. President Donald Trump’s budget proposal slashes foreign affairs funding by 85%, to the lowest in eight decades. Key aid programs would be wiped out or replaced with “America First” alternatives. It’s now up to the U.S. Congress to approve it.
Devex Newswire: Global finance summit tests leadership in Seville

5 days ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

Presented by International Telecommunication UnionThe whole world is looking to the upcoming development finance summit in Seville as a way to set up for development’s future – one where the U.S. is a lot less of a powerhouse. Also in today’s edition: Canada might just buck a global trend by holding firm on aid spending, and a look at disappointment over the U.K.’s lack of nutrition pledges.
Devex Newswire: Syria’s fragile recovery faces development funding cliff

6 days ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

Syria’s new leadership has sparked rare optimism, but the momentum is fading fast. Aid cuts, bureaucratic hurdles, and a lack of transparency threaten to stall recovery just as it begins. Also in today’s edition: We look at how Gavi is reaching “zero-dose” children in conflict areas, and whether development banks can adapt as quickly as they need to. + Up for a quick challenge? Take our five-item news quiz. Spring forward Syria is at a turning point.
Devex Newswire: New Gaza aid group's controversial plan sparks NGO denials

1 week ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

Presented by International Monetary FundThe Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s director stepped down a day before its controversial U.S.- and Israeli-backed aid plan began, followed swiftly by its chief operating officer. Now NGOs named in GHF’s proposal say they never agreed to participate. Also in today’s edition: UNDP’s Achim Steiner on what’s next for development, and Palestine gets a flag at WHO.
Devex Pro Insider: ‘Contemptible’ lies about USAID, and UNAIDS calls out Elon Musk

1 week ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

Secretary of State Marco Rubio gets grilled on USAID's dismantling; UNAIDS wants to help Elon Musk 'fix' funding for HIV services; and the Trump administration teases a new summit with African leaders. In case you missed it, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio got a bit of a grilling before congressional committees this week. He got a bit of a grilling away from Capitol Hill, too.
Devex Newswire: Historic pandemic deal adopted at World Health Assembly

2 weeks ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

The pandemic treaty, which seeks to improve global pandemic preparedness and response, has been adopted at WHA. Plus, where all the legal cases regarding U.S. foreign aid currently stand. WHO member states have voted to adopt a new pandemic treaty aimed at improving global preparedness and equity. The resolution passed with strong support despite lingering concerns from some nations.
Devex Newswire: UK aid pledge under review

3 weeks ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

Six months after pledging billions to the World Bank’s IDA fund, the United Kingdom is reconsidering. While critics warn it signals a retreat from global leadership and undermines aid priorities, officials say options are being explored. Still, cuts to multilateral funds appear likely. Also in today’s edition: Famine looms in Gaza, PEPFAR cuts are already hurting Uganda, and an aid rethink in Europe.
Devex Newswire: Trump tax bill targets foundations and nonprofits

3 weeks ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

Presented by ConcordiaU.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax bill — still being debated in a key Congressional committee at the time of sendout — would hike foundation taxes, levy remittances, and revoke nonprofit status without due process. Charities warn it will stifle giving and hurt vulnerable communities. Republicans say it helps working Americans — but critics see big gains for the wealthy.
Devex Newswire: Gates to give away fortune in historic philanthropic push

1 month ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

Bill Gates is making the largest philanthropic donation in modern history, aiming to double the Gates Foundation’s budget over the next two decades. He’s accelerating his giving to confront rising child mortality, disease, and poverty at a time when governments are retreating from aid. Also in today’s edition: A new Gates-backed fund targets maternal and newborn health, reviewing 100 days of Trump, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent speaks at a congressional committee … and Pope Leo XIV.
Devex Newswire: Trump tries to block Palestine’s UN bid

1 month ago | devex.com | Helen Murphy

The Trump administration is urging countries to block the Palestinian bid to lead the United Nations General Assembly, warning of peace setbacks and funding cuts. Also in today’s edition: We take you behind the scenes at the Milken Institute’s annual conference. This is a preview of NewswireSign up to this newsletter for an inside look at the biggest stories in global development, in your inbox daily. Mark your calendar: What’s next for aid in Europe?

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2 Mar 25

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