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US to Keep Pushing UN for Reforms While Paying Dues
US ambassador says reforms are needed despite continued financial support.
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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The United States will continue to pressure the United Nations to reform, even as it pays its dues to the international organization, according to the US ambassador. The ambassador stated that reforms are needed at the UN, despite the US providing financial support.
Why it matters
The US is a major financial contributor to the UN, providing over 22% of the organization's budget. However, the US has long called for reforms to the UN, including changes to the Security Council and other governance structures. This ongoing tension between financial support and reform demands reflects the complex relationship between the US and the UN.
The details
The US ambassador to the UN stated that the US will keep pushing for reforms at the world body, even as it continues to pay its required dues. The ambassador argued that the UN needs to adapt to modern challenges and become more efficient and transparent, despite the US remaining a key financial backer of the organization.
- The comments were made on February 11, 2026.
The players
United Nations
An intergovernmental organization that was established in 1945 to promote international cooperation.
United States
A permanent member of the UN Security Council and the largest financial contributor to the UN, providing over 22% of the organization's budget.
What’s next
The US is expected to continue pushing for UN reforms through diplomatic channels and by leveraging its financial contributions to the organization.
The takeaway
The US maintains a complex relationship with the UN, providing significant financial support while also demanding structural reforms to the world body. This dynamic reflects the ongoing tensions between national interests and multilateral cooperation.
