Governments everywhere must engage full diplomatic links to spell out the consequences of this approach to the US Government during this review period. The US cannot abrogate its global responsibilities, but if this funding suspension becomes permanent, then governments globally must be prepared to step in to fill the breach.

20 years ago, Union Aid Abroad–APHEDA established an office in Vietnam, a testament to the enduring solidarity between Australian workers and their Vietnamese counterparts. From supporting women leaders to promoting workers’ health and safety, the Vietnam office has been working hard.

For Cici, a Chin woman, the coup changed everything. She set aside her dreams of higher education to focus on addressing the urgent needs of her community. Internally displaced people (IDPs), Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM) activists, and human rights defenders needed her support—and Cici found herself ready to lead, thanks to the confidence and skills she gained through the WOB program.

The Lao Federation of Trade Unions (LFTU) has launched the Lao National Asbestos Profile, a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to address asbestos exposure and related health risks. The development of this comprehensive profile began in July 2023 in collaboration with Union Aid Abroad–APHEDA.