Foreign Aid Spending in the UK Explained - Data Dive.

The video discusses the UK's foreign aid spending, explaining its purpose, historical context, and significance. It highlights the UK's commitment to the UN's 0.7% target of gross national income for foreign aid, achieved through legislation. The video also covers trends, projections, and the top donor and recipient countries. It explains the channels through which aid is distributed and the main areas where the aid is utilized, such as humanitarian aid, health, and education.

What percentage of the UK's gross national income is allocated to foreign aid spending?

• 1.0%

• 0.7%

• 0.5%

• 1.5%

Which year did the UK first meet the UN's 0.7% foreign aid target?

• 2013

• 2015

• 2017

• 2010

Which country was the largest donor of foreign aid in 2016 by total spend?

• Norway

• United States

• United Kingdom

• Germany

What are the two major types of foreign aid funding?

• Local and International

• Direct and Indirect

• Public and Private

• Bilateral and Multilateral

Which country was the largest recipient of UK bilateral aid in 2016?

• Syria

• Ethiopia

• Nigeria

• Pakistan

Which continent receives the majority of the UK's foreign aid?

• Africa

• Europe

• Americas

• Asia

What was one of the top five uses of the UK's foreign aid money in 2016?

• Tourism

• Military

• Infrastructure

• Humanitarian aid