WHO After US Withdrawal: Can the Global Health Agency Thrive Without Its Largest Donor?
2025-02-04
Nature
The World Health Organization (WHO) is facing a major setback after the US withdrawal, which accounted for around one-sixth of its total funding in 2022-23. As the WHO executive board meets this week, the global health community is left wondering how the agency will cope with the loss of its largest donor. The WHO must now rely on other member states and partners to fill the funding gap, potentially altering the dynamics of global health governance. With the help of international cooperation and strategic partnerships, the WHO can still play a crucial role in promoting public health and responding to global health crises, including pandemic prevention and health equity. The future of global health hangs in the balance.
