Doha, Qatar: Qatar is contributing US$25 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).
This contribution, facilitated by the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD), aims to bolster the support provided to Palestine refugees and sustain the Agency's endeavours in human development and humanitarian initiatives within the region. QFFD shared this through a social media post.
"In addition to its vital role in providing basic services to Palestine Refugees in its fields of operation, including education, healthcare, and social protection, UNRWA today has a critical role in delivering aid to the people in Gaza who are facing a horrific war. This contribution reaffirms Qatar's strong support for the Palestinian cause and for addressing the humanitarian situation facing Palestinian Refugees", said Acting Director-General of QFFD Sultan bin Ahmed Al Aseeri following the signing between the two parties.
“Qatar has long been a steadfast supporter of Palestine Refugees and an advocate and supporter of UNRWA’s work across the region. The Agency is grateful to the Government and people of Qatar for their solidarity and generosity, especially as the situation in Gaza reaches unprecedented levels of suffering. UNRWA is the backbone of the humanitarian response in Gaza and remains one of the sources of normality for Palestine Refugees in the region, through critical services such as healthcare and education,” added Tamara Alrifai, UNRWA Director of External Relations and Communications.
