In a significant decision, Argentine President Javier Milei has announced his government's intention to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO), citing profound disagreements regarding the management of global health crises, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. This announcement comes shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump initiated steps to leave the organization, highlighting a parallel in their political ideologies.
Argentina's Javier Milei Mirrors Trump with WHO Exit Plans
Argentina's Javier Milei Mirrors Trump with WHO Exit Plans
Argentina's move to leave the World Health Organization reflects growing nationalist sentiments similar to those under Trump's administration.
Milei's administration expressed that the WHO, established in 1948, has fallen short in responding effectively to health emergencies, particularly by promoting prolonged lockdowns without solid scientific backing during the pandemic. The presidential office's statement criticized the WHO's guidelines as influenced more by politics than by scientific rigor, asserting that Argentina should not allow an international body to dictate health policies that clash with national sovereignty.
At a recent press conference, presidential spokesman Manuel Adorni confirmed that Milei intends to prioritize Argentina's autonomy in health matters, emphasizing the flexibility that a WHO exit would afford the country. Despite the annual cost of $10 million to remain a WHO member, Adorni argued this move would enable tailored health policies that reflect Argentina's unique needs.
Milei, who identifies as an anarcho-capitalist, has long held a critical view of the WHO, and the momentum to exit the organization has notably increased since Trump's announcement. The leaders have exhibited mutual admiration, with Milei being the first international leader to meet Trump post-election. Both leaders share a vision of reduced international constraints on their respective nations.
Observers suggest that Milei's administration may also consider withdrawing from other global treaties, such as the Paris Climate Agreement, amid concerns from environmental advocates who fear that Milei’s agenda could resemble Trump's approach to international agreements.
At a recent press conference, presidential spokesman Manuel Adorni confirmed that Milei intends to prioritize Argentina's autonomy in health matters, emphasizing the flexibility that a WHO exit would afford the country. Despite the annual cost of $10 million to remain a WHO member, Adorni argued this move would enable tailored health policies that reflect Argentina's unique needs.
Milei, who identifies as an anarcho-capitalist, has long held a critical view of the WHO, and the momentum to exit the organization has notably increased since Trump's announcement. The leaders have exhibited mutual admiration, with Milei being the first international leader to meet Trump post-election. Both leaders share a vision of reduced international constraints on their respective nations.
Observers suggest that Milei's administration may also consider withdrawing from other global treaties, such as the Paris Climate Agreement, amid concerns from environmental advocates who fear that Milei’s agenda could resemble Trump's approach to international agreements.
