WHO faces funding crisis after U.S. withdrawal

世衛組織在美國退出後面臨資金危機

更新於: 2026年9月18日 上午12:30

On January 22, 2026, the United States officially ended its long-standing membership with the World Health Organization (WHO), a move initiated by President Donald Trump via Executive Order 14155.

2026年1月22日,美國正式終止了其與世界衛生組織(World Health Organization,以下簡稱WHO)長期以來的成員關係,此舉由美國總統唐納·川普(Donald Trump)透過第14155號行政命令所發動。

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The U.S. government justified the withdrawal by citing concerns over the organization's governance, alleged mismanagement during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the belief that the U.S. carried an unfair financial burden.

美國政府以擔憂該組織的治理問題、在COVID-19疫情期間的管理不善,以及認為美國承擔了不公平的財務負擔為由,為其撤出進行辯解。

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This withdrawal has triggered a severe financial crisis for the agency, leading to a significant budget reduction and the elimination of nearly 3,000 staff positions.

此次撤資引發了該機構嚴重的財務危機,導致預算大幅削減,並裁減了近3,000個工作職位。

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While individual American scientists continue to contribute in technical capacities, the lack of formal U.S. involvement represents a major shift in global health governance, leaving experts concerned about the world's ability to effectively respond to future health emergencies.

儘管個別的美國科學家仍以技術身份繼續貢獻,但缺乏美國的正式參與,代表全球衛生治理的重大轉變,令專家們對於世界有效應對未來衛生緊急狀況的能力感到憂心。

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When did the United States officially terminate its membership in the WHO?

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January 22, 2026

What percentage of the WHO's funding was historically provided by the United States?

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12–15%

What was one of the primary reasons cited by the U.S. for withdrawing from the WHO?

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Allegations of mismanagement during the COVID-19 pandemic

How did the WHO initially respond to the funding shortfall caused by the U.S. withdrawal?

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They reduced their budget and cut nearly 3,000 staff positions

What is a major concern mentioned regarding the long-term impact of the U.S. withdrawal?

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Weakened global capacity to detect and respond to future infectious disease outbreaks

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