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United States proposes dissolving UN decolonization committee

The United States has formally proposed the dissolution of the United Nations Special Committee on Decolonization (C-24). During a session of the General Assembly's Fourth Committee, a representative of the Donald Trump administration argued that the committee has outlived its original purpose and characterized its activities, including annual travel to tourist destinations, as a waste of UN resources.

The C-24 is a key multilateral forum where Argentina annually presents its sovereignty claim over the Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), which are currently administered by the United Kingdom. While the U.S. proposal did not explicitly mention the islands, the potential dissolution of the committee would impact Argentina's primary diplomatic platform for addressing the dispute.

Simultaneously, the Argentine government under President Javier Milei has issued Decree 1205/2026, classifying certain military equipment acquisitions as 'military secret'. Signed by Milei and Defense Minister Carlos Presti, the decree restricts public access to details regarding contracts, suppliers, costs, and the specific nature of the equipment. The administration cited national security concerns and the need to protect defense capabilities. This move occurs amid heightened diplomatic tensions with the United Kingdom regarding sovereignty and oil exploration in the South Atlantic.

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Argentina · Argentina · Carlos Presti · Colombia · Colpensiones · Council of State · Donald Trump · Falkland Islands · Javier Milei · United Kingdom · United Kingdom · United Nations

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