New york: The United Nations General Assembly officially approved the organization's regular budget for the 2026 fiscal year, totaling $3.45 billion. This approval is a central component of the 'UN80' initiative, which is recognized as one of the most critical reform frameworks undertaken by the United Nations. According to Oman News Agency, the newly ratified budget provides the financial foundation for the organization's three primary pillars: international peace and security, sustainable development, and the protection of human rights. It is important to note that this regular budget is distinct from the budget allocated for UN peacekeeping operations. While the regular budget adheres to the standard calendar year-running from January 1 to December 31-the peacekeeping budget operates on a separate fiscal cycle that begins on July 1 and concludes on June 30 of the following year.