US President Donald Trump announced that he has removed the United States from dozens of international and United Nations entities in a shock move.

US PRESIDENT Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) was dangerous for his country and the rest of the world alike.With the one-year withdrawal process due to reach completion next week,

The White House says President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum that authorizes the withdrawal of the United States from 66 international organizations, conventions and treaties.

Leading NGOs fear the deals in Africa – offering financial assistance in exchange for things like mining rights and access to health data – are worded vaguely enough for the US to impose restrictions

Many of the organizations are UN-affiliated agencies and panels focused on climate, labor, migration and social policy. The US State Department said the agencies work on agendas contrary to US interests.

The White House did not list the organizations but said they promote "radical climate policies, global governance, and ideological programs that conflict with U.S. sovereignty and economic strength."

Trump orders US withdrawal from 66 international organisations while proposing a massive rise in defence spending.