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UN rights chief seeks $500 million in 2025 for human rights monitoring

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Posted on January 30, 2025

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GENEVA (Reuters) - The United Nations human rights chief on Thursday appealed for $500 million in extra-budgetary resources for 2025 to support the monitoring and investigation of human rights abuses

UN Human Rights Chief Calls for $500 Million in 2025 Funding

GENEVA (Reuters) - The United Nations human rights chief on Thursday appealed for $500 million in extra-budgetary resources for 2025 to support the monitoring and investigation of human rights abuses around the world from Syria to Sudan.

The U.N. human rights office has been grappling with chronic funding shortages that some fear might be exacerbated by cuts from top donor the United States under new President Donald Trump.

"In 2025, we expect no let-up in major challenges to human rights," said High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk in a speech at the U.N. in Geneva. "I am very concerned that if we do not reach our funding targets in 2025, we will leave people...to struggle and possibly fail, without adequate support."

(Reporting by Emma Farge; Editing by Madeline Chambers)

Key Takeaways

  • UN rights chief requests $500 million for 2025.
  • Funding needed for global human rights monitoring.
  • Concerns over potential US funding cuts.
  • Volker Turk emphasizes ongoing human rights challenges.
  • Funding shortfalls could impact support for vulnerable populations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amount is the UN human rights chief requesting for 2025?
The UN human rights chief is appealing for $500 million in extra-budgetary resources for 2025.
What challenges does the UN human rights office face?
The UN human rights office has been grappling with chronic funding shortages, which may worsen due to potential cuts from major donor countries.
Who is the current High Commissioner for Human Rights?
The current High Commissioner for Human Rights is Volker Turk, who expressed concerns about ongoing challenges to human rights in 2025.

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