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WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce – 2,000 jobs – due to US withdrawing funding

The World Health Organization (WHO) is set to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce, around 2,000 jobs, by the middle of next year. This comes as a result of the United States, the WHO's top donor, announcing its departure from the organization in January under the Trump administration. The withdrawal has prompted the WHO to scale back its work and cut its management team by half as it seeks to implement reforms. The decision will have a significant impact on the organization's operations and its ability to address global health challenges.

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Trump’s Assault on the WHO Is Forcing Radical Reform

The World Health Organization (WHO) is facing a period of upheaval due to the Trump administration's criticisms and decision to withdraw funding from the agency. The WHO, which plays a crucial role in responding to global health…

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Trump’s Assault on the WHO Is Forcing Radical Reform

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WHO to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce – 2,000 jobs – due to US withdrawing funding

The World Health Organization (WHO) is set to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce, around 2,000 jobs, by the middle of next year. This comes as a result of the United States, the WHO's top donor, announcing its…

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The World Health Organization (WHO) is facing a period of upheaval due to the Trump administration's criticisms and decision to withdraw funding from the agency. The WHO, which plays a crucial role in responding to global health…

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The World Health Organization (WHO) is set to lose nearly a quarter of its workforce, around 2,000 jobs, by the middle of next year. This comes as a result of the United States, the WHO's top donor, announcing its departure from the…

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