Long-standing ties between the US and the WHO have been officially severed

The Donald Trump administration has announced its final decision to completely cease cooperation with the World Health Organization. With this, the United States ended its status as the largest donor and left the international medical field. US officials attribute this step to the organization's "wrong management" during the pandemic and China's influence.

Crisis of conflict and reforms during the pandemic

The US Department of Health emphasized that the WHO failed to adequately fulfill its duties during the COVID-19 crisis and was unable to implement internal systemic reforms. Washington believes that the organization has been under political pressure from some member states, which has undermined international health security.

WHO Response: "A Big Loss for the World"

The head of the organization, Tedros Ghebreyesus, strongly condemned the US decision, stating that it was a tragic loss not only for Washington but for all of humanity. He recalled the organization's unprecedented achievements in the fight against HIV, polio, and maternal mortality.

• The Pandemic Treaty: In April 2025, all countries of the world signed a new treaty providing for a fair distribution of vaccines, with the exception of the USA.

Financial shock and program shutdown

Washington refused to pay the $260 million membership fees set for 2024 and 2025. This led to a massive staff reduction in the organization and the closure of hundreds of important medical projects.

• Recall of personnel: American specialists were recalled from WHO headquarters in Geneva and all regional branches.
• Project Crisis: Hundreds of joint programs and scientific research have been fully completed due to the cessation of funding.

Hope and future risks

Although Trump signed the decree in his first days in office, the WHO leadership still hopes for the US's return. According to the organization, the lives and well-being of millions of people depend on this cooperation. The revision of the resolution is seen as the only measure for the restoration of the global healthcare system.

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