Article 3W9PM Abbott policies reduced effectiveness of foreign aid to combat climate change

Abbott policies reduced effectiveness of foreign aid to combat climate change

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Paul Karp
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Exclusive: Government report says change in priorities from 2013 saw a loss of expertise and project oversight

A decreased emphasis on climate change and cuts to the foreign aid budget under the Abbott government caused a loss of expertise, a lack of oversight and early closure of some projects, according to an internal government report.

Two-thirds of selected projects by the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade achieved a modest or significant impact on climate outcomes, the evaluation said.

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