Mexico
Los Estados Unidos y México tienen fuertes lazos sociales, culturales y económicos, preocupaciones compartidas en temas de seguridad, y una frontera que los une. México, como país de ingreso medio-alto y con un alto nivel de capacidad institucional, es un importante socio de los Estados Unidos en temas de desarrollo.
Middle East Regional
Many challenges in the Middle East and North Africa, including the unprecedented migration of refugees, water security, gender-based violence, trade and violent extremism, are inherently transnational and benefit from regional responses.
Moldova
In support of Moldova’s democratic and free-market reforms, USAID projects work to strengthen economic growth and democratic governance.
Mongolia
Since its peaceful democratic transition more than 25 years ago, Mongolia’s political system now reflects the diversity of its citizens; however, its undiversified economy risks diminishing once notable economic gains. The United States partners with Mongolia to promote democratic governance, foster the next generation of democratic leaders, strengthen the rule of law and encourage sustainable, private sector-led growth.
Morocco
Morocco is one of America's oldest friends in the Middle East and North Africa and is recognized today as a major non-NATO ally. Since 1957, the U.S. Government and the Government of Morocco have worked together to make real and substantial improvements in the lives of Moroccan citizens.
Mozambique
Following a long civil war, Mozambique has made the transition to peace, stability and sustained economic growth, providing an essential link between landlocked neighbors and the global marketplace.
Its ties to South Africa’s industrial heartland underscore the fact that the country’s economic, political and social progress is vital to the interests of the region. Despite its economic progess, the high prevalence of HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases, as well as high infant mortality, have resulted in the distressingly low life expectancy of just 50 years.
Namibia
In the 28 years since its independence, Namibia has made tremendous strides in establishing a democratic, viable nation. The country has a free press, an independent judiciary, well-protected property rights, and a fairly good labor market. Namibia also boasts well-developed financial markets and excellent infrastructure by regional standards. However, several formidable challenges constrain progress. Namibia has one of the world’s worst HIV epidemics, high levels of income disparity, a high unemployment rate, and a struggling economy.
Nepal
Landlocked in the Himalaya mountain range between India and China, Nepal remains one of the world’s poorest nations. Following a decade-long insurgency that ended in 2006 and earthquakes that killed more than 9,000 people and destroyed more than 755,000 homes in 2015, Nepal continues to face development challenges.
Niger
Niger is an emerging democracy landlocked in the increasingly unstable Sahel region. It consistently ranks at or near the bottom of the United Nations Human Development Index.
Pacific Islands
Hosting a vast proportion of the world’s shipping and global fisheries, Pacific waters supply food and income to millions of people in the Pacific Islands and beyond. Yet, the region’s stability and vitality are threatened by debilitating natural disasters and development challenges. The Pacific Islands are central to American efforts to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific region that bolsters the global economy.
Pakistan
The primary focus of the U.S. civilian-assistance program is to develop a stable, secure and tolerant Pakistan with a vibrant economy. The U.S. and Pakistan have worked together for over 70 years on issues that are important to both nations: energy, economic growth, resilience, education, and health.
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Panama
In 2012, Panama joined Chile, South Korea, and Poland as countries that have successfully reached the point at which they can propel their own development without the need for significant U.S. assistance.
Paraguay
Paraguay, a landlocked country about the size of California located in the heart of South America, recently joined the upper middle income category. With nearly 7 million people, this small but open economy has had an average growth of 5% over the last decade. However, Paraguay’s growth is very volatile, and mostly reliant on natural resources. Paraguay is the fourth-largest soybean and the sixth largest beef exporter in the world. Unfortunately, and despite this steady growth, inequality persists, with a GINI Index of 51.67 (2015).
Republic of the Congo
The Republic of the Congo is relatively rich in natural resources, including forests, oil and other mineral resources, and it has the deepest port in Africa. A civil war in 1997 led to years of unrest, but stability has now returned. However, the country continues to struggle to restore democratic governance. More than 80 percent of the population is literate, and primary education is widespread among both girls and boys.
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Last updated: March 24, 2020
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