Argentina Under Javier Milei Mirrors Trump by Withdrawing from WHO

President Javier Milei of Argentina has declared his intention to withdraw from the World Health Organization, echoing actions taken by former U.S. President Trump, a move seen as part of his broader strategy to realign Argentina on the global stage.

Argentine President Javier Milei unveiled his plan to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday, marking a significant pivot in the nation's foreign policy that closely mirrors former President Donald Trump's controversial initiatives. This decision, according to Milei, stems from a deep-seated discontent with the WHO's handling of the pandemic, particularly its support for strict lockdown measures.

In a statement on social media platform X, Milei condemned the WHO as the "architects of the draconian lockdowns," which he described as “one of the most egregious crimes against humanity in history.” He went on to declare, “That’s why we have decided to withdraw from such a nefarious organization,” framing the WHO as a facilitator of the largest social control experiment globally.

This move is reminiscent of Trump's early actions in his presidency, where he issued an order for the U.S. to cease its participation in the WHO, citing similar grievances over the agency's pandemic response and membership costs. Milei, who has openly criticized the WHO in the past, even penning a book against its pandemic protocols back in 2020, has now made the decision to distance Argentina from the organization following Trump's lead.

If both Argentina and the U.S. follow through with their withdrawals, they will join Liechtenstein as the only members of the United Nations not participating in the WHO's health alliance. This strategic shift showcases Milei’s commitment to align Argentina with Trump's approach to the global order, even if it means straining relations with the nation’s historical allies and international partnerships.