In its assertion, the US criticised UNESCO for selling divisive social and cultural agendas and for focusing closely on the UN’s Sustainable Growth Objectives, which it views as conflicting with the “America First” overseas coverage.
The USA on Tuesday withdrew from the United Nations Academic, Scientific and Cultural Group (UNESCO), stating that it believes that the nation’s continued involvement in UNESCO isn’t in its nationwide curiosity. The choice comes solely two years after the US rejoined UNESCO after leaving in 2018.
In its assertion, the US criticised UNESCO for selling divisive social and cultural agendas and for focusing closely on the UN’s Sustainable Growth Objectives, which it views as conflicting with the “America First” overseas coverage.
It additionally condemns UNESCO’s determination to confess the “State of Palestine” as a member, calling it opposite to US coverage and a think about rising anti-Israel sentiment inside the organisation.
US has withdrawn from UNESCO for the third time
The primary withdrawal occurred in 1984 below President Ronald Reagan. His administration cited issues over mismanagement, politicisation, and an anti-Western bias inside the organisation. Nonetheless, practically twenty years later, the US rejoined the company in 2003 throughout the presidency of George W Bush.
The second withdrawal was introduced in 2017 below US President Donald Trump. This time, the US pointed to what it described as persistent anti-Israel bias inside UNESCO, in addition to frustration over amassed membership dues and an absence of reform.
For the third time, in a press assertion, Division Spokesperson, Tammy Bruce, stated, “Pursuant to Article II(6) of the UNESCO Structure, U.S. withdrawal will take impact on December 31, 2026. The USA will stay a full member of UNESCO till that point.”
“Continued US participation in worldwide organisations will give attention to advancing American pursuits with readability and conviction,” the assertion additional learn.