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Argentina To Withdraw From WHO Days After Trump's Announcement

Argentina has announced its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) due to "profound differences" with the UN agency. President Javier Milei's decision echoes that of his ally US President Donald Trump, who began pulling America from the WHO on his first day back in office on January 20. Trump has been adamant on withdrawing his country from the WHO citing mismanagement of the COVID pandemic and has accused it of conspiring with China to his crucial information.

"Argentina's decision is based on profound differences in health management, especially during the COVID pandemic management", Presidential spokesman Manuel Adorni told a news conference. He said that WHO guidelines at that time had led to the largest shutdown in the history of mankind. "Argentina will not allow an international organization to intervene in its sovereignty much less in our Health," he added. 

If Argentina pulls out of the global health agency then it will further damage global health. However, not much financial impact will be done as the latin American country is expected to only provide $8 million to the WHO. Notably, the agency is expecting an estimated US$6.9 billion in its 2024-2025 budget. Last year, Milei's government refused to sign an agreement to manage pandemics within the WHO framework, on the grounds that doing so could affect national sovereignty.

<h2>Global Repurcussions Of US Withdrawal</h2>Meanwhile, as America moves closer to withdrawing from WHO, experts have warned against the consequences. The US' possible exit would have a very severe impact on global health. One major consequence would be the severing of close ties between the WHO and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which is one of the most credible health agencies in the world. Currently, dozens of CDC researchers work from within the WHO, serving as vital bridges between the US and the global health community. These scientists play a crucial role in sharing information about emerging health threats and policies designed to combat chronic diseases.

It would be disastrous for the US scientists as well as they would lose their diplomatic immunity to travel to many countries. Historically, this neutral stance has allowed adversarial nations to unite in addressing global health challenges. For example, during the Cold War, America and the Soviet Union worked through the WHO to eradicate smallpox. Similarly, in the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts from the US, China, and other nations cooperated via WHO mechanisms to address the crisis despite geopolitical tensions.

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WHO also relies on networks like its influenza laboratory system, which includes over 50 labs across 41 member states and five "super labs," one of which is at the CDC. America's exit might disrupt such vital networks and could lead to diminished American participation in WHO expert committees. This could give other countries and even private contributors to dominate WHO and its health policies.

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Argentina has announced its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) due to "profound differences" with the UN agency. President Javier Milei's decision echoes that of his ally US President Donald Trump, who began pulling America from the WHO on his first day back in office on January 20. Trump has been adamant on withdrawing his country from the WHO citing mismanagement of the COVID pandemic and has accused it of conspiring with China to his crucial information."Argentina's decision is based on profound differences in health management, especially during the COVID pandemic management", Presidential spokesman Manuel Adorni told a news conference. He said that WHO guidelines at that time had led to the largest shutdown in the history of mankind. "Argentina will not allow an international organization to intervene in its sovereignty much less in our Health," he added. If Argentina pulls out of the global health agency then it will further damage global health. However, not much financial impact will be done as the latin American country is expected to only provide $8 million to the WHO. Notably, the agency is expecting an estimated US$6.9 billion in its 2024-2025 budget. Last year, Milei's government refused to sign an agreement to manage pandemics within the WHO framework, on the grounds that doing so could affect national sovereignty.Global Repurcussions Of US WithdrawalMeanwhile, as America moves closer to withdrawing from WHO, experts have warned against the consequences. The US' possible exit would have a very severe impact on global health. One major consequence would be the severing of close ties between the WHO and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which is one of the most credible health agencies in the world. Currently, dozens of CDC researchers work from within the WHO, serving as vital bridges between the US and the global health community. These scientists play a crucial role in sharing information about emerging health threats and policies designed to combat chronic diseases.It would be disastrous for the US scientists as well as they would lose their diplomatic immunity to travel to many countries. Historically, this neutral stance has allowed adversarial nations to unite in addressing global health challenges. For example, during the Cold War, America and the Soviet Union worked through the WHO to eradicate smallpox. Similarly, in the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts from the US, China, and other nations cooperated via WHO mechanisms to address the crisis despite geopolitical tensions.ALSO READ: Not Expensive Creams, This One Protein Is The Key To Forever-Glowing WHO also relies on networks like its influenza laboratory system, which includes over 50 labs across 41 member states and five "super labs," one of which is at the CDC. America's exit might disrupt such vital networks and could lead to diminished American participation in WHO expert committees. This could give other countries and even private contributors to dominate WHO and its health policies.ALSO READ: Explained: Here’s What Might Happen To The US And World If America Quits WHO