Germany urges Trump to rethink U.S. withdrawal from World Health Organization

Germany is urging U.S. President Donald Trump to reconsider his decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO). Experts warn that this move could weaken global health security and hinder efforts to combat infectious diseases. Trump's announcement follows his criticism of the WHO, claiming it is influenced by member states and imposes unfair financial demands on the U.S. The U.S. is the largest financial contributor to the WHO, providing about 18% of its funding. If the withdrawal proceeds, U.S. personnel will be reassigned, and negotiations on a WHO pandemic treaty will cease. Germany, the second-largest donor, plans to increase its support for the organization amid concerns about the impact of the U.S. exit.