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UN Proposes 15 Percent Budget Cut for 2026

The UN plans 15% budget cut in 2026 as Antonio Guterres tackles U.S. arrears, workforce downsizing, and organizational restructuring

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UN Proposes 15 Percent Budget Cut for 2026

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