UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has said that the United States must pay its outstanding UN contributions without conditions, stressing that member dues are a binding obligation, according to Beyond Time News.
The remarks come amid reports that Washington is linking payment of funds to demands for internal reforms at the United Nations.
US Reported to Seek Reform Conditions
According to Devex, US diplomatic communications have outlined proposed reforms tied to funding. These reportedly include cost-cutting measures, pension system changes, restrictions on travel benefits, staff reductions, and cuts to peacekeeping operations.
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UN Stance on Contributions
Guterres said assessed contributions are mandatory payments from member states and cannot be subject to political or administrative conditions.
He added that the UN is already implementing internal reforms to improve efficiency, but said these efforts are separate from funding obligations.
Conclusion
The disagreement underscores ongoing tension between the United States and the United Nations over funding and reform expectations, with Guterres maintaining that UN dues must be paid in full and without conditions, according to Beyond Time News.
