President Trump’s recent decision to cut ties with the World Health Organization (WHO) has put China at the center of the global health debate. Trump’s critics argue that severing these ties will allow China to dominate global health discussions and aid distribution. China has been increasing its investments in low- and middle-income countries, including in health initiatives under the Health Silk Road program. Despite China’s growing role in global health, experts note that the country’s lack of transparency and accountability raise concerns about the effectiveness of their aid. The U.S., on the other hand, has historically been the largest donor to global health work, supporting organizations like WHO and NGOs directly involved in aid distribution. With Trump’s freeze on foreign aid, the U.S. approach to global health aid is changing, creating a void that China is poised to fill. The competition between the U.S. and China in global health reflects a broader power struggle between the two nations.
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