Today, Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, and one of his first acts in office was to sign an executive order to withdraw the U.S. from the World Health Organisation (WHO) once again. This move reignites the debate over the effectiveness and relevance of the WHO in addressing global health challenges. Australia now faces a critical question: should it follow Trump’s lead and sever ties with the WHO, prioritizing its own health interests and demanding accountability from the global body? Trump’s decision highlights ongoing criticisms of the WHO’s performance during recent crises, particularly the...