<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>UNAIDS has called on nations to fill the gap left by the US as Trump administration pulls funding, warning that a permanent halt in funding would undo years of progress in the fight against AIDS.</li><li>The Global Aids Update showed the impact of the US funding cuts on countries affected by HIV, estimating significant increases in AIDS-related deaths and new HIV infections if funding discontinues.</li><li>Prior to disruptions, 9.2 million people with HIV lacked access to life-saving treatment in 2024. Despite progress, UN report authors noted a decline in new infections and AIDS-related deaths by 2030 in some countries, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa.</li><li>UNAIDS reported significant disruptions in treatment and prevention programs globally due to the abrupt withdrawal of funding, emphasizing the $4.3 billion commitment from Pepfar in 2025 that was suddenly withdrawn.</li></ul>

UNAIDS Calls For Nations To Fill The Gap As Trump Pulls Funding

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