NPR
Amid U.S. funding cuts, the International AIDS Conference faces an uncertain future
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Dr. Kenneth Ngure, president-elect of the International AIDS Society, stated that funding cuts have reversed progress on scientific advances. The International AIDS Conference depends on U.S. government contributions. The extent of the funding reduction and timeline for implementation have not been specified in available reports.
Original reporting: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/28/nx-s1-5909368/international-aids-conference-hiv