Germany urges Trump to reverse US withdrawal from WHO as agency seeks dialogue
Germany's health minister, Karl Lauterbach, announced efforts to persuade U.S. President Donald Trump to reverse his decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO). This move is seen as detrimental to global health efforts. The WHO expressed hope that the U.S., its largest donor, would reconsider the withdrawal. The agency aims for constructive dialogue with Trump's administration regarding the decision. Trump's announcement cited the WHO's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic as a reason for the withdrawal. Germany contributes about 3% of the WHO's funding, making it the second-largest national donor.