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Government of Rwanda

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America first global health compacts: rewiring U.S. health aid

Rule Changes

Early adopter of America First health compact; party to Washington Accord

In 2025 the Trump administration dismantled the post-Cold War global health architecture by withdrawing from the WHO, freezing most foreign aid, and abolishing USAID's development role. Through its 'America First Global Health Strategy,' the administration created bilateral health compacts requiring partner governments to co-finance HIV, TB, malaria, and outbreak response programs and gradually assume full responsibility.

Updated 6 days ago

Trump–brokered DRC–Rwanda peace deal tested by renewed fighting

Force in Play

Conflict party; signatory to the Washington Accord; alleged backer of M23/AFC

In early 2025, the Rwanda-backed M23 rebellion and its allies seized Goma and Bukavu in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, displacing millions. The United States stepped in and brokered the June 27 Washington Accord.

Updated 7 days ago