US losing influence at UN – envoy

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Washington lagging behind on its dues creates a “challenge” which is exploited by China, the US ambassador says.

The US being billions of dollars behind on its UN commitments is hurting Washington’s ability to influence the world organization, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday. While the American delegation has resisted attempts at shaming over the issue, it has created an opening for China, she told lawmakers.

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