Pakistan, Feb. 10 -- The United Nations (UN) said on Monday it is awaiting clarification from the United States (US) on the timing and size of payments toward its overdue budget contributions, following Washington's pledge last week to make an initial payment within the coming weeks.

UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told reporters that discussions with US officials are ongoing but concrete details are still pending. "We've seen the statements, and frankly, the secretary-general has been in touch for quite some time on this issue with Ambassador Mike Waltz," Dujarric said. "Our budget controller has been in touch with the US; indications were given. We're waiting to see exactly when payments will be made and in what amounts."

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