Argentina officially withdraws from World Health Organization, following US

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffMarch 17, 2026 at 11:22 PM
Argentina officially withdraws from World Health Organization, following US

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Argentina has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), effective Tuesday. The decision, mirroring a similar move by the United States under President Trump, was initiated in February of last year and formally announced a month later. President Javier Milei's administration criticized the WHO's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, echoing right-wing sentiments against measures like masking and vaccinations. Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno stated that Argentina will continue international health cooperation through bilateral agreements and regional forums. The withdrawal signifies Argentina's desire to maintain sovereignty over its health policies while still engaging in international health initiatives.

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