The United States has withdrawn for the United Nations' Human Rights Council, calling it biased and hypocritical. Critics say the move could hurt efforts to address human rights abuses around the world.
But some, including kiwi political journalist Barry Soper, agree with Donald Trump's stance on the council.
In an opinion piece, Mr Soper calls the council ineffective.
We ask former diplomat David Payton his view on the move, having served at the UN many times in various capacities.
US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley speaking at the UN. Photo: AFP
