The Halt on U.S. Global Aid

This chapter explores the recent stop-work order from the U.S. State Department, pausing over $60 billion in foreign aid and its significant consequences for global health initiatives. It highlights the potential risks to critical health services, including HIV treatment and malaria interventions, and the ensuing legal debates regarding the legitimacy of the order. Additionally, the chapter addresses ongoing public health challenges, particularly the spread of MPOX in Africa, and the critical need for continued international cooperation to combat infectious diseases.