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Argentina Completes WHO Withdrawal, Critics Warn of Risks

3/18/2026

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Argentina withdrew from the World Health Organization, announced by President Javier Milei's government a year ago.
Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno confirmed the withdrawal is complete.
Quirno said the withdrawal aligns with the U.S. President Donald Trump's exit.
Quirno added that Argentina will maintain sovereignty over its health policies.
Critics and experts warn that leaving the World Health Organization may complicate future emergency responses and hinder vaccine purchases.

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Argentina withdrew from the World Health Organization, announced by President Javier Milei's government a year ago.
Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno confirmed the withdrawal is complete.
Quirno said the withdrawal aligns with the U.S. President Donald Trump's exit.
Quirno added that Argentina will maintain sovereignty over its health policies.
Critics and experts warn that leaving the World Health Organization may complicate future emergency responses and hinder vaccine purchases.