Overview
- The memorandum directs withdrawal from 31 United Nations agencies and 35 non‑UN organizations.
- Publicly named targets include the UN Population Fund and United Nations University.
- The White House said the decision addresses institutions it described as contrary to U.S. national interests.
- NHK reported the announcement as breaking news following the White House statement on January 8 Japan time.
- Trump signed the directive on January 7 in Washington, and the reports do not detail procedures or timelines for the exits.