Yemen Loses UN Voting Privilege

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The United Nations on Friday named Yemen among seven countries, including Lebanon, Venezuela, Central African Republic, Gambia, Lesotho and Tonga, which have lost UN voting privilege.

The named countries have fallen behind in their financial contributions and would not be able to vote in the 74th session of the General Assembly, the global body said.

Under Article 19 of the Charter of the United Nations, member states that are behind on the payment of dues in an amount that equals or exceeds the contributions due for two preceding years can lose their vote in the General Assembly.

However, member states that can show their inability to pay due to conditions beyond their control are allowed an exception. 

Source: News Agencies, Edited by Website Team