US ties UN dues to China curbs, reforms

The US has placed specific conditions on releasing billions of dollars it owes to the United Nations, including further cost-cutting and moves to counter China's influence at the world body, according to a Devex report. Two diplomatic notes circulated by the US called for nine 'quick-hit' reforms as a condition for releasing more funds, such as overhauling the UN pension system. The conditions aim to reduce US financial obligations and limit China's growing sway within the UN.