- The UN faces potential financial collapse with a record $1.568 billion in unpaid dues as of late 2025.
- The US, owing the largest share (22%), is a major factor in the UN's current financial crisis.
- The UN Secretary-General is urging all member states to pay their contributions to avoid running out of funds by July 2026.

A: Hey, did you hear anything about the UN? It’s a little crazy!

B: No! What’s going on? Tell me!

A: Well, apparently they’re worried about running out of money! The Secretary-General sent a letter.

B: Seriously? That’s a big deal! How much are we talking?

A: A lot! Over 1.5 billion dollars is unpaid. It’s double what it was last year.

B: Wow! That’s… a lot of yen! They could run out of cash by July!

A: Exactly! They’re asking all countries to pay up.

B: So, who's not paying? Is it everyone?

A: Mostly the United States. They owe a big chunk – about 22%!

B: The US? But… why? I thought they were always involved!

A: Remember Trump's administration? They weren't fans of the UN. They made the UN change a lot of things.

B: Oh, right! I remember hearing something about that. So, now they’re not paying?

A: It’s causing a big problem. The Secretary-General says it's a legal duty for *every* country, even the US.

B: That’s intense! Hopefully, they'll sort it out soon. The UN is important, right?

A: Definitely. Fingers crossed!