Argentina has officially completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization, as verified by the country's foreign minister. This move follows a similar decision made earlier this year by the United States.
The withdrawal is part of the agenda set by the administration of Javier Milei, who announced intentions to exit the WHO about a year ago, citing dissatisfaction with the organization's management of the Covid-19 crisis. The Foreign Ministry of Argentina indicated that the process has concluded within the parameters established by international treaties.
Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno stated: “Argentina will continue to advocate for international health cooperation through bilateral agreements and regional initiatives, while safeguarding its sovereignty and decision-making authority concerning health policies.”
Quirno also mentioned that Argentina plans to remain active in global health discussions outside the scope of the WHO. Previously, the Argentine government had contended that “the recommendations issued by the WHO lack efficacy due to being influenced more by political interests than by scientific evidence.”
This action is reminiscent of the United States' stance, where former President Donald Trump completed the country's withdrawal in January, following an executive order he signed upon taking office again. Historically, the WHO has played a crucial role in advancing global health, including initiatives aimed at eradicating smallpox and addressing diseases like polio, HIV, Ebola, and tuberculosis.
Following the US exit earlier this year, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus expressed his deep disappointment, cautioning that such moves could compromise safety for both the United States and the global community at large.
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