Thank you for the tip-off from TapTechNews user Xichuangjiushi! TapTechNews reported on May 14th that Melinda Gates announced today on the social platform X that she will step down as co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to advance her charity work into a new chapter. Melinda stated that after much thought, she has decided to resign from her position as co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. June 7th will be her last day at the foundation. Melinda said it is now the time for her to move forward into the next chapter of philanthropy. She emphasized that it is a crucial moment for women and girls in the United States and around the world, and those fighting for equality urgently need support. According to the agreement reached between Melinda and Bill Gates, after leaving the foundation, she will receive an additional $12.5 billion (approximately 90.5 billion RMB), to be used for her work for women and families. Melinda Gates and Bill Gates announced their divorce in 2021, ending their 27-year marriage. They have stated that they will continue to work together for their charity foundation. The Gates Foundation announced in July 2021 that if they decide they could no longer collaborate, Melinda could step down from her position as co-chair. It seems that time has come now.