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The Future of the WHO—and How the United States Can Shape It

The United States will officially end its relationship with the World Health Organization on January 22, 2026. But this break potentially opens the way for the next phase of reform. A smart transition back into U.S. membership is a path that will advance U.S. interests.

Commentary by J. Stephen Morrison and Paul Friedrichs — January 20, 2026

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