Source · Select Committees · International Development Committee
Recommendation 23
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Government's overreliance on innovation in aid strategy carries inherent risks
Conclusion
The Government’s aid strategy rightly emphasises research and innovation, leveraging FCDO’s distinctive ability to connect global expertise with local knowledge and fostering strong partnerships with the UK research community. However, overreliance on innovation carries risks that need to be acknowledged and mitigated. (Conclusion, Paragraph 75)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 22 January 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗