WHO Faces $600 Million Funding Gap After US Withdrawal
Facing a nearly $600 million funding gap in 2025 following the US’s withdrawal and subsequent budget cuts, the World Health Organization (WHO) will implement a 20% budget reduction. This decision, announced by Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, necessitates staff and task reductions. The US, the WHO’s largest contributor (16.3% in 2022-2023), cited financial disparities and accusations of mismanagement as reasons for its withdrawal. These cuts come amidst pre-existing financial constraints and challenging global conditions.
John Q. Hosedrinker