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This is a Cross-Sectional Study study.

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This research examines the effect of foreign aid on the respect for human rights in recipient countries.

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Empirical analysis shows foreign aid improves civil liberties in recipient countries, suggesting the international community's role is crucial.

This research examines the effect of foreign aid on the respect for human rights in recipient countries.
Theoretical framework developed to assess foreign aid's influence on human rights.
Time-series cross-sectional analysis conducted on 121 aid-receiving countries from 2002 to 2021.
Focus on two main mechanisms: conditionality and norm diffusion.
Positive and statistically significant association found between foreign aid and protection of civil liberties.
Evidence suggests foreign aid can enhance respect for physical integrity in recipient countries.

Gafuri et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Empirical analysis shows foreign aid improves civil liberties in recipient countries, suggesting the international community's role is crucial.