Africa: 'Need for UN Has Never Been Greater,' UN Chief Says, Proposing Slimmer $3.3 Billion Budget for 2027
[UN News] Amid climate disruption, an AI revolution, war and growing hunger, "the need for the United Nations has never been greater," Secretary-General António Guterres said on Tuesday, presenting a $3.3 billion programme budget proposal for next year - a cut of $40.8 million.
Secretary-General António Guterres has emphasized the need for the United Nations to remain relevant amidst a multitude of global challenges, including climate disruption, an AI revolution, ongoing conflicts, and growing hunger. In his presentation of a $3.3 billion budget proposal for 2027, Guterres highlighted the need for streamlined operations and efficiency within the UN, while acknowledging the necessity for Member States to fulfill their financial obligations to support the organization's mandates.
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