UN faces “imminent financial collapse” as dues pile up: Guterres
Summary
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns of an imminent financial collapse as member states delay payments and structural funding issues worsen. The UN faces record unpaid dues and urges reforms or risk shutting down by mid-2025.
Key Points
- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns of an imminent financial collapse due to unpaid member contributions.
- The UN has a record USD 1.57 billion in unpaid dues by the end of 2025, threatening liquidity by July.
- Calls for member states to reform budgetary rules or pay dues fully and on time to avoid collapse.
- The UN has approved a reduced USD 3.45 billion budget for 2026 amid financial strains.
