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In what way does the predominance of the USA in the UN funding affect its decision-making?

  • UPSC 2019
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  • United Nations

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The UN runs on assessed contributions, a legal obligation under Article 17(2) apportioned by the Assembly, and on voluntary contributions, which are far larger and mostly earmarked by donors. The United States is the largest funder in both: 22% of the regular budget (the ceiling), about 26% of peacekeeping, and more than US$14 billion across…

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