UN Chief Voices Regret over US Decision to Withdraw from UN Bodies
Summary
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed regret over the US decision to withdraw from multiple UN agencies, highlighting the importance of continued international cooperation on climate and development issues.
Key Points
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres voiced regret over the US decision to pull out from several UN bodies.
- US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to withdraw from 31 UN agencies, citing American interests.
- UN climate convention chief Simon Stiell warned that withdrawal could harm the US economy and worsen climate impacts.
- UN bodies stressed their commitment to continue mandates and keep cooperation doors open for the US in the future.
