Citing Cash Shortage, U.N. Says It May Not Meet Payroll By Month's End

Citing Cash Shortage, U.N. Says It May Not Meet Payroll By Month's End

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The UN is facing a financial crisis with a $230 million deficit, urging member states to pay their dues. The US, a major contributor, has reduced its peacekeeping contributions, leaving significant debts. The UN's budget supports various global programs, with peacekeeping operations in conflict zones. China has increased its contributions, while the US reassesses its foreign aid. The UN warns of potential operational disruptions without timely payments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the financial situation of the UN as described in the video?

The UN has balanced its budget.

The UN is $230 million in debt.

The UN has a surplus of $230 million.

The UN has a surplus of $2.4 billion.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of the UN's 2019 budget has been paid by member states?

70%

80%

60%

50%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the risks the UN is facing due to its financial crisis?

Expanding its global programs

Reducing its member states

Increasing its peacekeeping forces

Exhausting its cash reserves

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country is increasing its contributions to the UN?

India

Russia

United States

China

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has China pledged towards UN peacekeeping over the next decade?

$500 million

$1 billion

$2 billion

$1.5 billion