Covid-19 has shown, to our distracted and fast-changing world, the essential role of the World Health Organization (WHO) in the survival of humanity, and the value of solidarity and cooperation. In 2020 then US president Donald Trump suspended contributions to the WHO, accusing it of collusion with the Chinese government. The decision shocked the international community – mainly because it came at a time when almost all states recognised the need for efficient global multilateral governance.
The WHO’s work on the treatment of diseases worldwide requires not only a great deal of effort, competence, and time but also large amounts of money and autonomy. It is certainly true that the WHO is slowed by organisational deficiencies and bureaucracy but, regardless, it is counterproductive to reduce contributions to its budget. The WHO receives funding from two main sources – contributions from its 194 member states (calculated as a percentage of their GDP), and voluntary contributions
Angela Merkel news: Business leaders blast Chancellor as coronavirus chokes economy | World | News
express.co.uk - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from express.co.uk Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
EU unveils plan to prepare for battle against COVID-19 variants
euronews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from euronews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.