So the United States of America, led by its brave and courageous leader, continues on its brave campaign to render itself pointless and without influence.
If the US stops funding the WHO permanently, it will cease to become a member. It would not be the first international organisation or agreement it has left:
- UN Human Rights Council: The US announced its withdrawal in June 2018, accusing the UNHRC of "unending hostility towards Israel"
- The Paris climate agreement: President Trump confirmed the withdrawal last year - it will take effect this year
- The Iran nuclear deal: Mr Trump called the deal "embarrassing" when withdrawing in 2018. Remaining European signatories have since accused Iran of numerous breaches
- International Criminal Court: The US has never been a member of the ICC and in 2018, then-National Security Adviser John Bolton said the US would stop co-operating entirely
- Trans-Pacific Partnership: Days into his presidency, Mr Trump signed an executive order to withdraw from the 12-nation trade deal
- Unesco (part three): The US announced its full withdrawal in 2017, citing "anti-Israel" bias.
So the US doesn't care about human rights; it doesn't care about climate change and it doesn't care about the application of justice across international borders. These are the messages America has sent to the world.
The 'ingenious' strategy of self isolation strengthens the power and influence of America in the eyes of its followers. This is how America is made great again.
But in the eyes of the remaining more than 90% of the people on the planet they're doing precisely the opposite. They are surrendering their power and squandering good will. In fact, the good will has all but gone and all that will remain is military power. And with this leader at the helm, this is truly terrifying.
