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| **Summary/Static** | **Details** |
| --- | --- |
| **Why in the news?** | Argentina announces withdrawal from WHO, following the US exit. |
| **Reason** | Disagreement with WHO's policies, particularly its COVID-19 response. |
| **Key Figures** | President Javier Milei, Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein, Spokesperson Manuel Adorni. |
| **US Influence** | Decision aligns with Donald Trump's withdrawal from WHO in January 2025. |
| **Legal Hurdles** | Requires congressional approval as WHO membership is part of Argentine law. |
| **Healthcare Impact** | Potential loss of access to medical supplies, vaccines, and WHO programs. |
| **WHO Budget Impact** | Minimal financial effect; Argentina contributes $8 million annually. |
| **Global Concerns** | Risk of other countries exiting WHO, affecting its credibility and operations. |


Summary/Static	Details
Why in the news?	Argentina announces withdrawal from WHO, following the US exit.
Reason	Disagreement with WHO's policies, particularly its COVID-19 response.
Key Figures	President Javier Milei, Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein, Spokesperson Manuel Adorni.
US Influence	Decision aligns with Donald Trump's withdrawal from WHO in January 2025.
Legal Hurdles	Requires congressional approval as WHO membership is part of Argentine law.
Healthcare Impact	Potential loss of access to medical supplies, vaccines, and WHO programs.
WHO Budget Impact	Minimal financial effect; Argentina contributes $8 million annually.
Global Concerns	Risk of other countries exiting WHO, affecting its credibility and operations.

Argentina Announces Withdrawal from the World Health Organization