Déjà vu? The U.S. has announced plans to withdraw from UNESCO—again—marking its third exit from the UN’s cultural and educational agency since 1984. 🌐 The decision, confirmed by U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce on Tuesday, cites national interest concerns and takes effect on December 31, 2026.
🔍 Why it matters: UNESCO oversees World Heritage Sites, promotes global education, and bridges cultural divides. Critics argue the U.S. withdrawal could weaken international cooperation, while supporters claim it prioritizes fiscal responsibility. 💼
📊 Global reactions: A CGTN poll is now live, inviting netizens to weigh in on the move. Will this decision reshape America’s role in global diplomacy? Or is it another chapter in a decades-long tug-of-war? 🤔
💡 Quick context: The U.S. previously left UNESCO in 1984 (rejoining in 2003) and again in 2017 over political disputes. This latest exit adds fuel to debates about multilateralism in an era of shifting alliances.
