The World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus rejected all explanations which the United States provided to justify its departure from the organization. He stated that the US claims are not based on facts. He also warned that the US decision brings danger to both the United States and international public health.
Statement by WHO Director-General
Tedros shared his response in a post on the social media platform X on Sunday. He said he hopes the United States will reconsider its decision and rejoin the WHO in the future. He expressed that the United States needs to continue its participation in worldwide health initiatives.
Background of the US Withdrawal
The US government stated that it withdrew from the WHO because of alleged delays in sharing information about the spread of COVID-19. The US government claimed that this delay resulted in numerous fatalities throughout the nation. US Health Secretary Kennedy Jr. and Foreign Minister Marco Rubio issued a joint statement making these claims on January 22.
WHO’s Official Response
Tedros used his post to refute the accusations while he presented an official WHO document. The WHO stated that the claim that it failed to control COVID-19 is incorrect. The organization rejected all claims which stated that it concealed information about the virus.
WHO on COVID-19 Information Sharing
The WHO clarified that it responded to the coronavirus outbreak in a timely manner. The organization stated that it shared essential information with the international community immediately after acquiring the information. The organization emphasized that transparency and early communication were part of its response during the pandemic.
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