Former U.S. President Donald Trump has outlined plans for the United States to withdraw from as many as 66 United Nations agencies and international organisations, according to political statements and strategic proposals circulating from his camp. The move, if acted upon, would represent one of the most significant shifts in American foreign policy in recent history.
Trump’s rationale reportedly centres on his long-held belief that the United States contributes disproportionately to international bodies while receiving insufficient benefit in return. Supporters of the plan argue that such a withdrawal would allow the U.S. to redirect financial resources toward domestic priorities and reclaim decision-making autonomy from global institutions.
Critics, however, warn that pulling out of a wide range of international organisations could weaken global cooperation on issues such as public health, climate change, security, and economic development. They argue that diminished engagement might undermine diplomatic influence and hamper collaborative responses to transnational challenges.
The proposal has stirred debate among policymakers, diplomats, and international relations experts, with discussions focusing on the potential impacts for U.S. leadership in global affairs and the future of multilateralism in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape.
