The law, signed by U.S. President Donald Trump on February 3, includes $4.6 billion allocated for HIV programs under the America First Global Health strategy, $1.25 billion for the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, and $45 million to support the work of UNAIDS.
Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS, expressed gratitude to the President and the U.S. Congress for their "ongoing support for global health," emphasizing that U.S. investments will help millions of people around the world and maintain the effectiveness of the global response to HIV.
According to the new law, the implementation of the America First Global Health strategy is strengthened, aligning with UNAIDS' goal to end AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 and accelerating the U.S. transition to more independent actions in the fight against HIV. "For over 20 years, American investments have been the main driver of global progress, saving millions of lives and supporting countries in their fight against the epidemic," the statement highlights.
UNAIDS confirmed its readiness to make the most effective use of the allocated funds by providing countries and communities with technical assistance, data, and strategic support, as well as actively engaging with the U.S. government, the Global Fund, and national partners. Since its establishment in 1996, the U.S. has remained an important partner of UNAIDS, the organization noted.
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