France is an important player in the field of Official Development Assistance (ODA). On July 20th 2021, the French Parliament adopted a new programming Act on inclusive development and combating global inequalities. This bill was long expected and represents a milestone in France’s efforts to adapt its ODA to current challenges.

The bill sets France’s ODA within the broader Sustainable Development Goals. For the first time, a deadline is established for France to allocate 0.7% of its GNI to ODA: 2025. Sectoral and geographical priorities are adjusted, with a reinforced commitment towards gender equality.

Read here an overview of France’s ODA ecosystem, changes introduced by the bill, and French people’s opinion on foreign aid.