Bloomberg Talks UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Talks Major Cuts in Peacekeeping
Sep 19, 2025
Antonio Guterres, UN Secretary-General and seasoned Portuguese diplomat, delves into the urgent funding crisis threatening global peacekeeping operations. He reveals emergency measures planned in response to significant cuts from the U.S., warning of dire consequences for humanitarian efforts. The discussion also touches on the need for stronger U.S.-UN relations, ongoing visa controversies, and his hopes for the future of refugee policy. Guterres further highlights challenges facing the Security Council amidst escalating tensions in Gaza.
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Funding Cuts Hurt People, Not The UN
- The UN can continue operating despite cuts, but beneficiaries will suffer acute harm.
- Peacekeepers often protect civilians where no peace exists, so cuts risk lives and stability.
The World Is Becoming Multipolar
- The world is shifting from unipolarity to a complex multipolarity driven by emerging economies.
- Global institutions must adapt to reflect rising influence from countries like India, Brazil, and Indonesia.
Reform Institutions To Match New Powers
- Adapt multilateral institutions to include emerging economies' voices and responsibilities.
- Reform the UN and Bretton Woods bodies to reflect current global realities.