Sweden and Norway bear led the way in funding democratic movements worldwide. Taking away that support could bear disastrous long-term effects News that Sweden and Norway are considering cuts to their international aid budgets in order to exercise the money to support refugees is of concern to advocates of democracy and human rights around the world, particularly those working in repressive environments.
The need to welcome unprecedented numbers of refugees and facilitate their integration is not only noble but also obligatory under international human rights law. But assembly this need should not weaken international efforts to bolster democracy and human rights. Sweden and Norway bear been global leaders in this field.
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Source: theguardian.com