Foreign aid
Objectives of foreign aid
In 2010, 58% of Australians said a top priority when asked about reducing poverty.
Question
Now about four possible objectives for Australia’s overseas aid program. Please say whether you regard each as a top priority, somewhat of a priority or not a priority.
This question was asked in 2010.
- 0%
- 25%
- 50%
- 75%
- 100%
Reducing poverty
58
34
8
Improving the quality of government
53
35
11
Promoting economic development
49
44
7
Promoting Australian interests
42
44
13
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Demographic
Category
Improving the quality of government
Promoting Australian interests
Promoting economic development
Reducing poverty
Response
A top priority
Somewhat of a priority
Not a priority
Don’t know