UAE and WHO collaborate to deliver 30 tonnes of medical supplies to Sudan

 

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the World Health Organisation (WHO) have delivered 30 tonnes of urgent medical supplies to Sudan today. The shipment, valued at US$ 444 000, is the first that WHO has been able to deliver by air to Sudan since the outbreak of the conflict. The dispatch of the aircraft carrying medical supplies is a testament to the UAE's commitment to strengthening peace, security, and stability worldwide.

The UAE's relief efforts in Sudan are not new. The country has been providing aid and assistance to Sudanese people during crises and emergency situations for years. The dispatch of the aircraft comes as part of the UAE's continuous relief efforts in support of the Sudanese people and reflects its deep relations with Sudan, particularly in light of the current situation the country is facing.

Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, commented on the UAE's relief efforts saying, "The UAE is steadfast in its commitment to providing aid and assistance to countries in times of need. The UAE is particularly focused on providing for the most vulnerable groups affected by the situation in Sudan, especially the sick, children, the elderly, and women who are most at risk from the ongoing concerning conflict. These relief flights will directly address the most pressing gaps in medical and food provision."

The UAE's deeply held humanitarian values have meant that it has ensured it has continued to communicate to the world its robust and unrelenting dedication to strengthening peace, security, and stability, not just regionally, but also worldwide. The relief efforts in Sudan are an extension of the UAE's humanitarian vision and underscores its relations with other countries based on human fraternity.

The dispatch of medical supplies is a clear indication of the UAE's unwavering commitment to humanitarian aid and assistance during crises. The country's consistent efforts to help people in Sudan highlight their dedication to strengthening peace, security, and stability worldwide. The UAE's relief efforts in Sudan, including the dispatch of medical supplies, underscore the country's vision of human fraternity and its commitment to assisting others during emergency situations.