1. The temporary halting or interruption of financial, military, humanitarian, or other forms of assistance provided by one entity (government, organization) to another
The suspension of aid to the region was announced due to corruption concerns.
A suspensão de ajuda para a região foi anunciada devido a preocupações com corrupção.
2. A punitive measure or diplomatic action involving the withholding of previously committed assistance
The international community imposed a suspension of aid until human rights improvements were demonstrated.
A comunidade internacional impôs uma suspensão de ajuda até que melhorias nos direitos humanos fossem demonstradas.