As the United Nations marks its 80th anniversary, it seeks efficiency improvements and budget cuts amid ongoing financial constraints.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres announced a renewed push to improve efficiency and reduce costs as the organization faces financial strains. He emphasized that the effort is unrelated to the U.S. government’s Department of Government Efficiency under President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
“We are talking about completely different processes, methodologies, and objectives. This is a continuation and intensification of ongoing work,” Guterres said.
Financial Struggles and Reform Plans
The UN has faced a liquidity crisis for seven years due to delayed or incomplete payments from member states. The 2025 budget is $3.7 billion, but the U.S. owes $1.5 billion, and China now pays its dues later in the year. Only 75 out of 193 member states have fully paid their obligations.
To address the issue, Guterres formed the UN80 task force, led by Under-Secretary-General Guy Ryder, to focus on three key areas:
Efficiency Improvements – Identifying ways to optimize resources and streamline operations.
Mandate Review – Evaluating how well the UN is implementing directives from member states.
Structural Adjustments – Assessing potential long-term changes to improve effectiveness.
Global Uncertainty and UN's Role
Guterres acknowledged that financial challenges come amid growing global instability. He stressed that ensuring financial stability is crucial for the UN’s mission.
“The United Nations has never been more needed. Our values remain relevant, and the challenges are greater than ever,” he said.
The 80th anniversary serves as a moment for the UN to reassess its structure and financial sustainability while continuing its global efforts.
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India and Russia have discussed the timely delivery of the remaining S-400 air defence systems and upgrades to Su-30 fighter jets, alongside broader defence cooperation, during a key meeting at the SCO summit in China.
Severe rain in Venezuela has caused rivers to overflow and triggered landslides, sweeping away homes and collapsing a highway bridge, with five states affected and no casualties reported so far.
India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has urged China to work toward a permanent resolution of their border dispute, emphasizing the need to rebuild trust after the 2020 military clash.
Nike is stepping back from China-based production for its U.S. market to dodge tariff-related costs, aiming to shift its sourcing strategy by 2026.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed using closer cooperation with Pacific rim countries as a foundation to redesign the World Trade Organization (WTO), citing rising trade tensions and global fragmentation.
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