UN says the US has 'legal obligation' to fund agencies after Trump withdraws from several
Published on: Jan. 9, 2026, 6:13 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The United Nations has stated that the United States has a legal duty to pay its dues. This comes after the White House announced it is withdrawing support from over 30 UN-backed initiatives. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed regret over the decision. The UN emphasizes that its agencies will continue their work despite the US withdrawal.
