Trump Lashes out at World Health Organisation: Was the WHO Too Slow To Act? - TLDR News

The video discusses President Trump's decision to suspend funding for the World Health Organization (WHO), citing issues such as the organization's alleged mishandling of the COVID-19 crisis and perceived bias towards China. It explains the structure and purpose of the WHO, details Trump's specific complaints, and analyzes the WHO's response to the pandemic. The video also highlights the challenges faced by the WHO, including China's lack of transparency and the organization's difficult position in balancing global health responsibilities.

What is the main objective of the World Health Organization according to its constitution?

• To attain the highest possible level of health for all people

• To promote global economic growth

• To regulate international trade

• To ensure political stability worldwide

Which country contributes the most to the WHO's budget?

• India

• Germany

• China

• United States

What is one of the reasons Trump criticized the WHO?

• For not supporting the US financially

• For being too slow in declaring a pandemic

• For focusing too much on Europe

• For not providing enough vaccines

When did the WHO declare the coronavirus a pandemic?

• February 20th

• March 11th

• April 1st

• January 30th

How did South Korea respond to the WHO's guidance on coronavirus?

• By closing all borders

• By implementing mass tracking

• By ignoring it

• By increasing trade with China

What was one of the criticisms leveled against the WHO after the swine flu pandemic?

• They acted too late

• They ignored scientific evidence

• They acted too early

• They favored European countries

Why did the WHO face difficulties in responding to the coronavirus crisis?

• Internal conflicts

• China's lack of transparency

• Technological limitations

• Lack of funding

What was one of the challenges the WHO faced during the coronavirus pandemic?

• Shortage of medical supplies

• Inability to communicate with the public

• Criticism for being too hasty in declaring emergencies

• Lack of cooperation from European countries

What was the reason for the WHO not heeding Taiwan's warning about human-to-human transmission?

• The warning was received too late

• Taiwan is not a member of the WHO

• The warning was not scientifically valid

• The WHO had already issued a similar warning

What is a potential reason for the WHO's perceived bias towards China?

• China's large financial contributions

• Pressure from European countries

• China's advanced healthcare system

• Political pragmatism