Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:57pm on 01 May 2026,Friday International
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has stated that billions of dollars owed by the United States to the UN are “non-negotiable,” rejecting reports that Washington is linking payments to reform conditions. The US has proposed cost-cutting measures, pension reforms, and steps to limit China’s influence as prerequisites for releasing funds. Guterres emphasized that assessed contributions are mandatory obligations, separate from reform discussions. The US has reportedly paid only about $160 million of over $4 billion owed, raising concerns about the UN’s financial stability and risk of a funding crisis. (PC: Reuters)
