The U.S. has officially cut ties with the WHO. The biggest blow to the global health system
The US has taken a decision that has shaken the entire global health system.
The United States has officially ended its relationship with the World Health Organization (WHO) and made it clear that it will not rejoin the international body. Even more shockingly, the U.S. has refused to pay the 60 million (£260 million) it owes the WHO.
Experts are considering this as the biggest setback in the history of global health cooperation.
U.S. Global Policy News International Organizations explained
What is WHO and why was the role of the US important?
The World Health Organization (WHO) is the principal organ of the United Nations, established in 1948. Its purpose:
- Setting global health standards
- Fighting epidemics
- Providing medical assistance to poor countries
- Promoting vaccines and research
- The United States has long been the largest funder of the WHO.
External Authority Reference:
World Health Organization (WHO) - Official Overview of United Nations Health Programs
What is the 260 million outstanding dispute?
U.S. officials have confirmed that the WHO has about 60 million in pending funding from the U.S., which will no longer be released.
The result:
- Many of WHO's plans are in limbo
- Health projects affected in poor countries in Africa and Asia
- Crisis over Pandemic Prevention Fund
The Global Health Funding Crisis
Why did the U.S. leave the WHO? (Detailed analysis)
There are several reasons for this decision:
- China's influence on the WHO
U.S. leaders accuse the WHO of:
- Tilted in favor of China.
- Failed an initial test for COVID-19.
2. A lack of accountability
The United States says:
- WHO is not transparent.
- Reforms needed
3 The U.S. First Policy
The decision is being seen as an extension of the America First policy.
U.S. First Policy Explained
The global response: What's the world saying?
Europe
The European Union is concerned about:
"If WHO weakens, the whole world will become insecure. "
China
China describes itself as a major supporter of the WHO:
- Funds to be increased
- claimed global leadership.
Here's the internal link:
U.S. China Global Influence
The biggest impact on poor countries
With the help of WHO:
- Malaria control in Africa
- Vaccination campaign in Asia
- Maternal and Child Health Schemes
Now all these plans are in danger.
UNICEF - global health programmers.
Impact on the global health system
According to the experts:
- It will be difficult to fight the next pandemic.
- Lack of data sharing
- Vaccine distribution affected
This is not just a political issue, it's a human issue.
What are critics of the protests inside the US saying?
- This decision is irresponsible.
- The American people are also at risk.
What do supporters say?
- WHO needs to be reformed
- The U.S. will pursue its own policy
U.S. political controversies
Q & A section (SEO)
Q1. Is the U.S. really out of the WHO?
Yes, the official process has been completed.
Q2. Could the U.S. do it again?
The government has denied this.
Q3.What will be the impact of
60 million?
Many of WHO's plans could be shut down.
Q4: Will the WHO be able to work without the United States?
The institution will continue, but will be weak.
The expert's opinion
Global health experts believe that:
"This decision will affect humanity more than politics. "
External Reference:
from the Harvard Global Health Review
What might happen in the future?
Possibilities:
- Major Reforms in WHO
- China's growing influence
- alternative global health alliance
The conclusion (conclusion)
America's withdrawal from the WHO is not just one country's decision, but it is a step that affects the health security of the whole world.
The non-payment of 60 million in arrears deepens this crisis.
Now the question is, will the global community be able to fill this void?
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