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 In a heartwarming display of international solidarity, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has extended a helping hand to the people of Chad through a generous humanitarian donation. The event, marked by a sense of partnership and shared humanity, took place in the presence of Aid Al Katebi, the representative of the UAE Ambassador to Chad. His speech highlighted the importance of this contribution in addressing the pressing needs of vulnerable communities in the country. Strengthening Humanitarian Efforts The ceremony witnessed heartfelt gratitude from Mahamat Abdelkerim Bagari, who expressed the deep appreciation of the Chadian government and its people for this remarkable gesture. “In a global context where humanitarian challenges are multiplying, with economic and social crises affecting many vulnerable families, initiatives such as this are of paramount importance,” he emphasized. The donated food and non-food items will provide critical support to Chad’s ongoing humanitarian aid ...

  Of its $100 million pledge announced at the Paris International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan and Neighbouring Countries in April 2024, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has allocated $70 million. This significant contribution underscores the UAE's commitment to addressing the humanitarian crisis in Sudan. The funds will be distributed to key UN agencies and humanitarian organizations, including the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), the World Food Programme (WFP), the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the World Health Organization (WHO). The aid is intended to meet Sudan's urgent needs, including food and health services, livelihood support, emergency housing, and protection for women. This comprehensive support package aims to prevent starvation and further deterioration of humanitarian conditions in the region. The UAE's broader plan is to provide holistic assistance to a...