The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights said the shortfall has already led to 300 job losses.
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights said the shortfall has already forced the loss of 300 jobs.
By Caolán Magee
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The United Nations’ top human rights official says his office is struggling to operate after major funding cuts from donor governments, even as rights abuses escalate across the globe.
Volker Turk appeals for $400m after cuts to operations in 17 countries.
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The UN plans to cut nearly a fifth of its staff positions as unpaid member dues climb to $1.59 trillion.
