Recipient states are countries that receive foreign aid from donor countries or international organizations. These nations may require assistance due to various reasons such as economic challenges, natural disasters, conflicts, or developmental needs.
Related terms
Development Assistance: Aid provided by developed countries to support the economic growth and wellbeing of recipient states.
Tied Aid: Foreign aid that comes with specific conditions, requiring the recipient state to use it for purchasing goods or services from the donor country.
Aid Dependency: The situation where a recipient state becomes heavily reliant on foreign aid, potentially compromising its ability to develop sustainable solutions for its own problems.