Argentina announced its intention to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO), following President Donald Trump's lead in exiting the organization last month. President Javier Milei, who views Trump as a close ally, initiated the withdrawal, citing significant disagreements with WHO's handling of health matters, specifically the COVID-19 pandemic, and referencing Argentina's lengthy lockdown under the previous administration. The decision was also influenced by concerns over the WHO's perceived lack of independence from political influences. Trump had criticized the organization for its response to the pandemic and claimed it imposed excessive financial burdens on the United States, its primary contributor.