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World Health Organization Looks Ahead to Life without the US
- The United States will officially leave the World Health Organization on January 21, 2026, although it remains a member until that date with its flag still flying at WHO headquarters in Geneva.
- The US departure process began in January 2021 after an executive order from President Trump, who accused WHO of mishandling COVID-19 and cut funding, creating a $600 million shortfall.
- As a result, WHO staff have prepared for reduced resources by cutting managers and budgets, and the 2025 annual assembly will prioritize high-impact work amid discussions on coping without US funding.
- China's contribution to WHO state fees will increase from around 15% to 20%, positioning it as the largest funder, while the ELMA Foundation recently provided $2 million to support Gremlin, a network of over 700 laboratories monitoring measles, rubella, and other infectious diseases worldwide.
- Despite financial and political challenges, WHO officials emphasize continuing essential work, with diplomats stating, "We've got to make do," and China's ambassador saying, "Life goes on.
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