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U.N. cultural and scientific agency UNESCO has announced that the United States plans to rejoin — and pay more than $600 million in back dues — after a decade-long dispute sparked by the organization’s move to include Palestine as a member
The U.S. plans to rejoin UNESCO, the U.N.'s cultural and scientific arm, and will pay more than $600 million in back dues after a decade-long dispute.
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U.S. officials say the decision to return was motivated by concern that China is filling the gap left by the U.S. in UNESCO policymaking.
Americans owe $600 million in back dues after pulling out over dispute regarding Palestine
Americans owe $600 million in back dues after pulling out over dispute regarding Palestine