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UN proposes $3.2138 billion regular budget for 2026, including steep staff reductions

United Nations Spokesperson Briefing · December 1, 2025
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The UN secretary-general has proposed a $3.2138 billion regular budget for 2026 and a reduced staffing table of 11,594 posts, the UN spokesperson said, reflecting spending cuts across departments and special political missions.

The United Nations proposed substantial cuts to its regular budget for 2026, the UN's spokesperson said Monday, including a plan to reduce the Secretariat's regular-budget posts to 11,594.

Spokesperson Stefan told reporters that the secretary-general formally introduced revised estimates for the 2026 program budget and the support account for peacekeeping operations. "Overall, the regular budget the secretary-general is proposing to bring the resources requirements for 2026 down to $3.2138…

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