USA He has officially announced his departure from the UNESCOthe United Nations Educational, Science and Culture Organization.
The White House has justified the withdrawal by “political and financial reasons “. In a statement, the US government said UNESCO shows a “Persistent bias against Israel “ and that their priorities do not always align with US interests. They also believe necessary Review spending on international organizations.
The same old story
It is not the first time this happens: in 1984under the mandate of Ronald ReaganUS has already retired from UNESCO, and returned in 2003. More recently, in 2017during the government of Donald Trumpthe withdrawal was also announced, although in 2023 Joe Biden He decided to return to the body.
The current decision returns to Tension the United States relationship with the international community in terms of Cultural and Educational Cooperation. UNESCO is known for promoting Education, freedom of expression, science and the preservation of heritage and the culture worldwide. Among his most recognized projects are Appointment of sites such as World Heritagehe impulse to literacy and the Protection of press freedom.
The withdrawal of one of its main taxpayers I could have a strong financial impact in the operation of the organization. This is because the United States contributed an important part of the body’s budget, so its absence could limit projects underway either slow down new initiatives.
From ParisUnesco headquarters, its General Director has lamented the decision and has called the dialoguestating that “international cooperation is more necessary than ever in times of global crisis.”
