UN Slashes 2026 Budget by 15%—What’s Happening?
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres just dropped a big announcement: he’s proposing to cut the UN’s regular budget by over 15% in 2026—roughly $500 million! 😲
The UN has been battling chronic liquidity issues—think cash flow headaches—and recent policies by U.S. President Donald Trump have made the crunch even tighter.
Here’s the quick breakdown:
- Regular budget slashed by ~15% (around $500M) 📉
- Workforce reduction of 19% for posts covered by this budget 👥✂️
By trimming costs instead of raising fees, Guterres aims to streamline operations and push for smarter spending across UN programs. Next up, member states will review and negotiate the final figures.
Stay tuned—this could reshape how global diplomacy budgets its moves! 🌍
Source: AFP
Reference(s):
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