Current Affairs - International - Discussion

The United States announced its withdrawal from a total of 66 international organizations through an executive order signed on January 7, 2026. This decision marked a major escalation in the country’s retreat from multilateral global cooperation, particularly targeting UN-affiliated bodies involved in climate action, labour standards, and social development. The move followed a comprehensive review of U.S. participation and funding, with the administration citing redundancy, inefficiency, and misalignment with national interests as key reasons. The withdrawals have significant implications for global governance, climate response, humanitarian assistance, and the functioning of international institutions worldwide.