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Recent donor funding cuts have further strained programmes in low- and middle-income countries.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>METHODS<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A mixed-method, combining desk and literature review and key informant interviews with national TB programme stakeholders, technical experts, and partners, was conducted using standardised tools. Findings were triangulated to identify strategies\/approaches that improve efficiency, access, and outcomes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>RESULTS<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>We identified cost-effective strategies that optimise resources and tools to sustain and expand access to services amid declining funding. Strategies to enhance efficiency include screening using digital X-rays (with artificial intelligence), testing samples (including pooled samples) with molecular diagnostics, decentralising care, engaging communities and private sector, and integrating TB services with broader health system. Cost-saving measures involve integrated sample transport and supervision, integrating TB with other diseases such as HIV, diabetes, and undernutrition, task shifting, shorter treatment regimens, digital tools, and e-learning. 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