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Trump's WHO Exit: A Threat to Global Health

1/18/2025

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A potential US withdrawal from the WHO under Trump could plunge global health into uncertainty. As the largest contributor, America's exit would weaken the organization, leaving it exposed. Meanwhile, China, despite its financial strength, lacks enthusiasm for global cooperation, and Europe remains distracted by the ongoing Ukraine crisis, further complicating support for the WHO.

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A potential US withdrawal from the WHO under Trump could plunge global health into uncertainty. As the largest contributor, America's exit would weaken the organization, leaving it exposed. Meanwhile, China, despite its financial strength, lacks enthusiasm for global cooperation, and Europe remains distracted by the ongoing Ukraine crisis, further complicating support for the WHO.