China has made a significant commitment by pledging $500 million to the World Health Organization (WHO) over the next five years. This donation positions China as the largest state contributor to the organization, taking over from the United States after the Trump administration decided to withdraw.
The withdrawal by the Trump administration, which was a key aspect of its “America First” policy, created a major funding gap within the WHO. The U.S. departure, along with its criticisms of the WHO and international collaboration in general, has created a space in global leadership that China is keen to occupy. Now, China seems to be the leader in keeping us all safe through research and disease prevention.
