SinceUnited NationsSince its establishment, Member States have paid their contributions in proportion to their respective contributionsUnited NationsAn important guarantee for normal operation. Surprisingly, however, the United States, one of the richest countries in the world, has always had a certain amountUnited NationsContributions have not been paid. The act has sparked widespread controversy, with some arguing that the United States lacks capacity, while others believe that the United States deliberately exploited loopholes in the rules to evade its responsibility to pay its dues. This article will discuss the U.S. arrearsUnited NationsThe reasons for contributions are expanded** and analyzed for their pairsUnited NationsFulfillmentInternationalEffect of liability.
According toUnited NationsAccording to public data, as of mid-December this year, 144 countries have paid their 2023 payments on time and in fullUnited Nationscontributions, but the United States has always had a certain amount of contributions unpaid. Specifically, the United States undertook this yearUnited NationsThe contribution rate is 22 per cent, corresponding to a net amount of 7$07.9 billion, compared to more than $1 billion in arrears in previous years. This makes the United States becomeUnited NationsThe largest arrears in the non-receipt of contributions.
The United States is in arrearsUnited Nationsdues pairUnited NationsThe impact cannot be ignored. First of all, arrears in dues resulted inUnited NationsFunds are tight, affecting its normal operation and performanceInternationalCapacity for responsibility. United NationsUndertake maintenanceInternationalpeace and security, promoting global development, coordinationInternationalCooperation and other important tasks, the adequacy of funds directly determines whether these tasks can be effectively implemented. Secondly, the United States, as one of the most powerful countries in the world, is for:United NationsSupport and engagement are crucial. The arrears of the United States have not only hurt its contribution in the United StatesUnited NationsIt also sets a bad example for other countries, which may lead other countries to follow suit.
Against US arrearsUnited NationsThere are two points of view on the reasons for contributions. One view was that the United States was in arrears because it was financially inadequate to pay. However, from a more objective point of view, this view does not hold water. In fact, the United States, as the world's largest economy, has very strong financial strength. According to statistics, with only a slight reduction in aid to Ukraine, Israel, etc., the United States can easily pay in fullUnited Nationscontributions, so its arrears cannot be attributed to a lack of economic strength.
Another view is that the United States is in arrears of contributions on a deliberate basis and the result of careful exploitation of loopholes in the rules. According toUnited NationsArticle 19 of the Charter provides that a Member State may be deprived of its right to vote if its total arrears of contributions reach or exceed the total amount of contributions due from it for the preceding two years. The United States had cleverly exploited that loophole in the rules by keeping the total arrears at a level of just over $1 billion, thus avoiding damage to membership. This behavior is both contrary toUnited NationsThe purpose and the spirit of the Charter have also been underminedUnited NationsAbility to function normally.
Against US arrearsUnited NationsThe issue of membership fees needs to be resolved by taking corresponding measures. First of all, in an attempt to delinquent in large quantitiesUnited NationsIn the case of membership feesUnited NationsSupervision should be intensified to crack down on delinquent behavior. In followInternationalUnder the principles of law,United NationsCertain sanctions can be taken, such as restricting the presence of the United StatesUnited NationsGeneral Assembly to promote the United States to meet its membership obligations. In addition,United NationsThe management and auditing of contributions should also be strengthened to enhance transparency and ensure fairness and efficiency in the use of contributions.
At the same time, Member States andInternationalIt is also incumbent upon society to express concern and strengthen oversight of U.S. defaults. InternationalSociety should unite and work together to urge the United States to fulfill its mandateUnited NationsResponsibility for the payment of contributions. Cooperation and understanding between countries are also problem-solvingCritical, involvesInternationalComplex political and economic factors need to be resolved in an equal, mutual trust and cooperative manner.
The United States is in arrearsUnited NationsThe issue of membership fees has aroused widespread concern and controversy. The arrears of the United States are unacceptable, both in terms of financial capacity and intent. This act seriously interferes with itUnited NationsFulfillmentInternationalCapacity, determination and confidence in responsibility are the biggest obstacles. Problem solvingCriticalLies inUnited NationsandInternationalThe joint efforts of society to promote the United States to fulfill its responsibility to pay its dues and maintain it by strengthening supervision and cooperationUnited Nationsauthority and status. Only with the joint efforts of all countries,United Nationsin order to play a better role in promoting the goals of global peace, security and development.