Sida's international work

Sida has development cooperation in countries and regions around the world. Sida also provide humanitarian assistance where the needs are most urgent. We work across several thematic areas.

Countries and regions

The Government decides in which countries and regions Sida is to carry out development cooperation. Sida also supports global programmes and projects. Humanitarian aid is directed towards those most in need in the world’s most severe crises. Read about Sida’s long-term development cooperation in various countries and regions.

Humanitarian aid

Sida’s humanitarian aid saves lives, alleviates suffering and protects people affected by conflicts, natural disasters and other crises. The money is allocated based on people’s needs and goes to those who are most vulnerable. Read about how it works and how aid is allocated across the world’s most severe crises.

Thematic areas

Sida’s work is focused on thematic areas that are of particular importance for combating poverty around the world, such as democracy, gender equality, climate and peaceful societies. Read about our work in different thematic areas.

Updated: April 27, 2026