### Question
How is the "partner country" defined?


### Answer
The term **partner country** is defined in *22 U.S.C. § 2151c* as follows -

> a developing country that participates in or benefits from basic education programs under this subsection pursuant to the prioritization criteria described in paragraph (4), including level of need, opportunity for impact, and the availability of resources

#### Citation:
  - *22 U.S.C. § 2151c*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 32-FOREIGN ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER I-INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT > Part I-Declaration of Policy; Development Assistance Authorizations**

