In a significant move, New York City has joined the World Health Organization's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) following the decision by former President Donald Trump to withdraw the United States from the WHO. This development, announced by the New York City Health Department on February 4, 2026, is seen as a direct response to Trump's policies. According to The News Pakistan, this step allows New York City to 'gain access to a global network of over 360 institutions and organizations that respond to public health events around the world.' The network is crucial for monitoring and responding to pandemics and disease outbreaks, highlighting the city's commitment to global health cooperation despite national policy shifts.