Reasons cited for US decision to withdraw are untrue, says WHO Chief
Summary
WHO Chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus refutes the reasons cited by the US for its withdrawal from the WHO, highlighting America's historical contributions and reaffirming WHO's commitment to global health.
Key Points
- US withdrew from WHO citing failures during the COVID-19 pandemic and inefficient bureaucracy.
- WHO Chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus stated that the reasons cited for withdrawal are untrue.
- WHO highlighted the US contributions to eradication of smallpox and progress on other health threats.
- WHO maintains that it acted transparently and quickly during the pandemic and supported sovereign decisions by member states.
