Objective:The study aims to analyze the scale,channels and health themes of Development Assistance for Health (DAH) funds received by BRICS countries,discuss the current challenges faced by these nations. Methods:Based on the DAH database (1990—2020) released by Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME),this study utilizes JoinPoint regression models to conduct time-series trend analysis of DAH funds received by BRICS countries and to divide the periods of aid receipt. Results:The scale of DAH funds received by BRICS countries has shown a slowing and fluctuating downward trend since 2011,despite a significant increase in 2019—2020. Since 1993,the proportion of bilateral aid between governments has gradually been lower than that of multilateral and NGO aid channels,and the proportion of NGO aid funds has steadily increased. BRICS countries have transitioned from receiving primarily"bilateral-type"aid to"multilateral-type"and"hybrid-type"aid. In the long run,DAH funds mainly flow to AIDS,health systems strengthening and sector-wide approaches,and maternal and child health related fields. Conclusions:BRICS countries should diversify funding sources and channels to counteract the declining trend in DAH funding. They should rationally allocate DAH funds according to national conditions and health needs,while ensuring effective supervision. In the future,they should deepen health cooperation .
BRICS countriesDevelopment assistance for healthHealth cooperationGlobal health