WHO's Tedros Hopes U.S. Restores Funding to Group

The transcript discusses the significant role of the US as the top donor to the WHO and its impact on global health, particularly in Ethiopia. The speaker, with personal experience as Ethiopia's former Minister of Health, highlights the transformative effect of US funding on the country's health system, including the PEPFAR program. The speaker emphasizes the importance of continued US investment in global health for mutual safety and appeals for reconsideration of any funding freeze to ensure ongoing support for WHO's life-saving work.

What role does the US play in supporting the WHO?

• It supplies medical equipment.

• It is the number one donor.

• It offers logistical assistance.

• It provides technical support.

How has US funding impacted Ethiopia's healthcare system?

• By reducing healthcare costs.

• By training more doctors.

• By building the primary healthcare system.

• By increasing hospital beds.

What is the global recognition of Ethiopia's health extension program attributed to?

• International partnerships.

• Local government initiatives.

• US funding support.

• Private sector investments.

Why is US investment in global health considered important for the US itself?

• It helps maintain US safety.

• It ensures global leadership.

• It promotes cultural exchange.

• It boosts the US economy.

What is the speaker's hope regarding US funding for WHO?

• That it will be redirected.

• That it will be reconsidered.

• That it will be frozen.

• That it will be increased.