The recent announcement that the U.S. will end vaccine funding for poor countries has sparked widespread concern and debate among foreign affairs experts. New estimates reveal the extent of USAID cuts, prompting discussions at forums like Harvard IOP, where the ramifications of the aid freeze on regions such as Southeast Asia are under scrutiny. Organizations and churches are grappling with the loss of critical funding, raising alarms over the growing hardships in places like Thai refugee camps. Former officials and commentators question the wisdom behind dismantling decades of U.S. foreign assistance, arguing for a reconstruction rather than a total withdrawal. As the international community reacts, there are calls to reimagine foreign aid, making it more effective and less bureaucratic. Critics warn that U.S. neglect could create a solvable crisis not just abroad but at home, as these cuts may hurt American businesses tied to global development efforts.