Opinion Piece by WHS President Axel R. Pries in Tagesspiegel Background 

The world stands at a turning point: The U.S. has withdrawn from WHO and halted key global health programs. This not only shakes the foundations of international cooperation and trust in established systems but also puts millions of lives at risk. Programs tackling infectious diseases, women’s health, and mental health are now in jeopardy. Regions with already weak health systems are particularly affected, and the humanitarian and economic consequences are immense. However, this crisis also presents an opportunity – for Europe and for Germany. 

Read the full piece by World Health Summit President Axel R. Pries in English and German.