After President Donald Trump signed a decree canceling all of the US's agreements with the WHO, China stated that it would 'work to strengthen' the organization.
According to an AFP report, China pledged its support to the WHO on Tuesday, following the signing of the decree by Trump, who had criticized the organization for its 'failure in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic' and announced the US withdrawal.
Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun stated the following regarding the decision:
'The role of the WHO should be strengthened, not weakened. China will, as always, support the WHO in fulfilling its responsibilities... and will work to build a common health community for humanity.'
News Source: 12punto
