Question 1

The United States officially ended its membership in the World Health Organization (WHO) on what date, marking the conclusion of an approximately 80-year relationship?

Accepted Answer

January 22, 2026

Question 2

What is the primary stated rationale behind the Trump administration's 'America First Global Health Strategy,' which emphasizes bilateral agreements over multilateral platforms?

Accepted Answer

To improve accountability, streamline aid, and safeguard U.S. investments.

Question 3

The United States' withdrawal from the WHO has created a significant funding gap. Approximately how much has this withdrawal impacted the WHO's budget for 2026-2027?

Accepted Answer

A $600 million deficit, forcing a 20% budget cut.

Question 4

Under the 'America First Global Health Strategy,' the U.S. is increasingly shifting towards bilateral agreements. Which of the following is a key characteristic of these agreements?

Accepted Answer

Requirement for increased co-investment from recipient countries.

Question 5

The United States has committed a significant amount to the Pandemic Fund. What is the approximate total planned contribution from the U.S. through 2026, subject to Congressional appropriations?

Accepted Answer

Up to $667 million

Question 6

Which of the following is a primary concern raised by critics regarding the U.S. withdrawal from the WHO and its shift to bilateral agreements?

Accepted Answer

Weakened global cooperation and fragmentation of health governance.

Question 7

The 'America First Global Health Strategy' has led to the signing of numerous bilateral health cooperation Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs). As of March 13, 2026, approximately how many such MOUs had been signed with various countries?

Accepted Answer

26

Question 8

What is a key element of the bilateral health agreements being finalized under the 'America First Global Health Strategy' concerning healthcare workers and commodities?

Accepted Answer

Gradual transition of financial responsibility and procurement to partner governments.

Question 9

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of State formally rejected the 2024 amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR) on July 18, 2025. What was a primary reason cited for this rejection?

Accepted Answer

Concerns that the amendments would grant the WHO excessive power, potentially infringing on U.S. sovereignty and civil liberties.

Question 10

The Pandemic Fund, established in September 2022, aims to finance investments for pandemic prevention, preparedness, and response. Approximately how much in additional resources has the fund mobilized through co-financing and co-investment from recipient countries, the private sector, and other entities, in addition to its awarded grants?

Accepted Answer

US$6 billion

Question 11

Which of the following is a critical concern raised by critics of the Trump administration's 'America First Global Health Strategy' regarding its transactional approach to aid?

Accepted Answer

It leverages human lives for economic or resource concessions, potentially eroding trust and global cooperation.

Question 12

The U.S. has officially exited the World Health Organization. Historically, what percentage of the WHO's budget did the U.S. account for as its largest single contributor?

Accepted Answer

Roughly 18%

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