U.S. Rejects WHO Amendments Aimed at Pandemic Preparedness
Published on: July 19, 2025, 2:17 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
The U.S. has rejected WHO's 2024 amendments enhancing pandemic preparedness. The amendments, introducing a 'pandemic emergency' category to bolster defenses against new pathogens, were deemed vague and expanding WHO's authorities unnecessarily. The decision highlights concerns over national sovereignty versus global health cooperation during crises.
