Born from the ashes of World War Two, UNESCO was founded with a bold mission: to build peace through culture, education and science.
Now one of its founding members — the United States — is, once again, withdrawing from the UN agency because of what it calls an ‘anti-Israel bias’.
Critics say the move reflects a deeper shift: a retreat from multilateral diplomacy and a rejection of international norms.
They also say it raises questions about the US commitment to global leadership and co-operation.
So, what are the real motives behind Washington’s decision?
What impact will it have on UNESCO and the broader UN system?
And is this part of a wider pattern of US disengagement under President Donald Trump?
Presenter: James Bays
Guests:
Amy Koch — Republican political strategist
Ei Sun Oh — Political analyst
Mark Seddon — Journalist and former UN official
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