US Set to Withdraw from Dozens of International Organizations in Push for 'America First' Approach
The Trump administration has signed an executive order suspending US support for 66 international organizations, agencies, and commissions, marking a significant escalation of its "America First" approach to global cooperation. The move is aimed at distancing the US from UN-related institutions that focus on climate change, labor rights, and other issues deemed by the administration as catering to diversity and "woke" initiatives.
The withdrawal affects a range of organizations, including the UN's population agency, which provides sexual and reproductive health services worldwide, as well as several specialized agencies focused on climate, labor, and international cooperation. The decision is seen as part of a broader effort to reduce US engagement with the UN and focus taxpayer money on expanding American influence in key global initiatives.
Critics argue that the move will hinder global efforts to address pressing challenges such as climate change, which has been downplayed by Trump himself. "It's a very clear vision of wanting international cooperation on Washington's own terms," said Daniel Forti, head of UN affairs at the International Crisis Group. The US withdrawal is also likely to lead to staffing and program cuts within the UN.
The move is part of a shift in the US approach to multilateralism, which has been marked by increased nationalism and isolationism under the Trump administration. As the world grapples with rising tensions between major powers, the decision raises questions about the future of global cooperation and the ability of international organizations to address pressing challenges.
The list of organizations affected includes several specialized agencies focused on climate change, labor rights, and international cooperation, such as the International Telecommunications Union, the International Maritime Organization, and the International Labor Organization. The US withdrawal also follows a previous decision by the administration to slash foreign assistance through USAID, leading to the closure of many projects.
The move has been met with criticism from mainstream scientists, who say that climate change is a pressing global challenge that requires cooperation from all countries. "It gives other nations the excuse to delay their own actions and commitments," said Stanford University climate scientist Rob Jackson, chair of the Global Carbon Project.
The Trump administration has signed an executive order suspending US support for 66 international organizations, agencies, and commissions, marking a significant escalation of its "America First" approach to global cooperation. The move is aimed at distancing the US from UN-related institutions that focus on climate change, labor rights, and other issues deemed by the administration as catering to diversity and "woke" initiatives.
The withdrawal affects a range of organizations, including the UN's population agency, which provides sexual and reproductive health services worldwide, as well as several specialized agencies focused on climate, labor, and international cooperation. The decision is seen as part of a broader effort to reduce US engagement with the UN and focus taxpayer money on expanding American influence in key global initiatives.
Critics argue that the move will hinder global efforts to address pressing challenges such as climate change, which has been downplayed by Trump himself. "It's a very clear vision of wanting international cooperation on Washington's own terms," said Daniel Forti, head of UN affairs at the International Crisis Group. The US withdrawal is also likely to lead to staffing and program cuts within the UN.
The move is part of a shift in the US approach to multilateralism, which has been marked by increased nationalism and isolationism under the Trump administration. As the world grapples with rising tensions between major powers, the decision raises questions about the future of global cooperation and the ability of international organizations to address pressing challenges.
The list of organizations affected includes several specialized agencies focused on climate change, labor rights, and international cooperation, such as the International Telecommunications Union, the International Maritime Organization, and the International Labor Organization. The US withdrawal also follows a previous decision by the administration to slash foreign assistance through USAID, leading to the closure of many projects.
The move has been met with criticism from mainstream scientists, who say that climate change is a pressing global challenge that requires cooperation from all countries. "It gives other nations the excuse to delay their own actions and commitments," said Stanford University climate scientist Rob Jackson, chair of the Global Carbon Project.
... US pulling outta so many orgs like this? What's next? They're already doing some crazy stuff with climate change 
... Trump's all about "America First" and it's looking like they're just ignoring the rest of the world. This is super bad for global cooperation and addressing pressing issues 
. I mean, what's gonna happen to those orgs now? Staffing cuts, program cuts... it's all downhill from here 
. I'm kinda surprised this didn't happen sooner tho. It feels like they've been planning this for a while 
. What do you guys think is gonna come outta this?
It just feels like they're playing it safe and not contributing to global problems. And now who's gonna fill the void? More bureaucracy? I mean, I'm all for America First, but this is just too extreme. What about all the people around the world who rely on these orgs for help? 
It's a shame, really.
and yeah, it makes total sense that trump would want to "America First"... i mean, who needs the rest of the world when you can just do everything yourself? 
or the scientists who are working on climate change solutions? 
it's like they don't care about climate change or human rights or anything 
what's next?!?!?!?! are they gonna pull out of the Olympics too?!?!?! 
i mean, i get it, they wanna be more independent and all that jazz but come on, america can't do everything by itself!!! 
we need each other to solve these big problems 
the US always thinks it can just do its own thing without having to deal with the consequences ... like climate change 
like I get where the "America First" crowd is coming from but this isn't gonna help us address global problems 
Like, what's next? Cutting ties from NASA and leaving us all to fend for ourselves in space exploration? 
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) but this kinda withdrawal is gonna hurt global progress and stuff... let's hope others step up the plate 
. I get that they want to focus on American initiatives, but can't we all just work together? 
. It's kinda scary how isolatedism and nationalism are becoming a thing in politics right now 
. meanwhile, trump's just saying "hey america first" and hoping others follow suit... it's not a super solid plan if you ask me 
. Don't they know what kinda damage their 'America First' nonsense will do to actual americans? 
anyway i guess thats my 2 cents on it 
. By pulling out, the US is essentially saying they don't need anyone else's help to solve their problems 
. It's like we're taking two steps forward and three steps back 
. Like, who needs the UN getting in the way of America's greatness? 
. I mean, can't they just find a way to work together & make the world a better place?