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Tom Fletcher, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, has affirmed that the UAE is an active and innovative backer of humanitarian responses worldwide. The UAE has consistently extended aid to nations facing crises, reinforcing its role as a leading global humanitarian donor. UAE’s Humanitarian Aid to Pakistan The UAE has played a pivotal role in supporting Pakistan during natural disasters, including devastating floods. Through the Emirates Red Crescent and other aid agencies, the UAE has provided food, medical supplies, and financial assistance to affected communities. The establishment of field hospitals and the rebuilding of infrastructure highlight the UAE’s commitment to long-term recovery efforts. Support for Afghanistan In Afghanistan, the UAE has demonstrated unwavering support by providing humanitarian aid to internally displaced persons (IDPs) and those affected by conflict. Food packages, healthcare support, and educational prog...

Current situation in Sudan is worsened by War conflicts and catastrophic situations.Which in turns to famine in Sudan that escalates starvation of millions of people. UAE raising a call to action that rooted in its historic ties, which has issued a grave warning about the Sudan famine that urging immediate international intervention.  On Tuesday, the UAE affirmed that the humanitarian crisis in Sudan demands an emergency response that facilitates quicker delivery of aid and helps secure a ceasefire. UAE expressed deepest concern over the declared famine in parts of North Darfur particularly in Zamzam camp in Sudan. over 25 million Sudanese citizens have been affected in this crisis. Highlighting the likelihood of famine in the Abu Shouk and Al Salam camps, and the catastrophic hunger conditions affecting people in nine additional Sudanese states. In order to tackle the situation into control, UAE welcomes UN Security Council meeting, which highlights the urgency of the situatio...

  At a recent  UN  general assembly   The Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates , in his capacity as Chairman of the Arab Group, called on members of the General Assembly to vote in favor of a draft resolution supporting Palestine's application for membership in the United Nations and granting it additional privileges. By a majority of 143 votes, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution supporting Palestine’s application for full membership in the United Nations, and recommending that the Security Council reconsider the application. It also identifies ways to implement additional rights and privileges related to Palestine's participation in the United Nations.   The resolution, submitted by the Arab Group and a number of other countries, determines that the State of Palestine qualifies for membership in the United Nations in accordance with Article 4 of the UN Charter and “should therefore be accepted as a member” of the organization....

With a commitment of US$1.2 million, the United Arab Emirates has announced a new cooperation with the UN Climate Security Mechanism (CSM) to enhance the UN's ability to address the interconnections between climate change, peace, and security. As part of the relationship, the UAE will pay US$600,000 annually for two years, making it the first donor from the Global South to do so to the CSM. Undersecretary for Energy Transition and Sustainability Affairs Abdulla Balalaa underlined the UAE 's dedication to proactive diplomacy and international cooperation on global concerns. In order to evaluate climate-related security threats and create risk avoidance and management plans, the partnership will finance the hiring of a Climate Security Advisor at the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA). The UAE's relationship with the CSM is welcomed by Rosemary DiCarlo, UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, who said that it has a good influence on glob...

The UAE welcomes the adoption of the UN General Assembly resolution on ‘Measures to Combat Islamophobia’, on the occasion of the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. The resolution promotes more concrete measures including by the UN to address Islamophobia and condemns… pic.twitter.com/mdyhACHJrz — UAE Mission to the UN (@UAEMissionToUN) March 15, 2024   The United Arab Emirates (UAE) reaffirmed its commitment to advancing regional security and peace while encouraging peaceful coexistence and religious harmony inside its boundaries during a recent session honoring the International Day to combat Islamophobia. The statement emphasized the UAE's efforts to combat prejudice and hostility towards Muslims while highlighting the nation's ideal of respect for all religions. The UAE's criticism of recent incidences of desecrating the Holy Quran, which were considered to be forms of Islamophobia spreading globally, demonstrated the country's aggressive stance against Is...

  On the eve of the United Nations General Assembly , four countries – Israel, the United States, India, and the United Arab Emirates – revealed a new website for their collaborative endeavour, the I2U2 collaboration. This cutting-edge platform is intended to ease and enhance collaboration among private enterprises from diverse sectors and areas. The programme, which was launched just a year ago, aims to improve cooperation among participating countries in critical areas such as food security, water resources, energy, transportation, space exploration, healthcare, and technology.    One of the key goals of this collaboration is to mobilise the private sector's expertise and resources in order to progress sustainable and meaningful projects all over the world. This project benefits not only the countries involved, but it also aligns with global goals such as climate change, economic development, and technological innovation.   

The United Nations General Assembly has designated January 26 as the International Day of Clean Energy, commencing from the forthcoming year, with the aim of catalyzing global efforts to embrace innovative approaches to energy generation. A joint initiative by the United Arab Emirates and Panama, the resolution to establish this significant observance was jointly announced by the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena), based in Abu Dhabi. Remarkably, the chosen date coincides with the anniversary of Irena's founding in 2009, coinciding with preparations for the UN climate summit Cop28, slated to be hosted in the UAE later this year. This proclamation serves as a testament to the escalating prominence of the "energy transition," underscoring its central role in addressing climate change, enhancing human well-being, and propelling critical shifts towards augmented energy availability, minimized inequalities, bolstered energy security, and flourishing economies and s...

The school compound at Ain al Hilweh, nestled within the bustling refugee camp, serves as a sanctuary for Palestinian children seeking education, stability, and a glimpse of normalcy. Within its walls are four UNRWA schools, which have long been a beacon of hope for families displaced by conflict and hardship. Yet, recent events have cast a dark cloud over this haven, leaving an indelible mark on the lives of those who have already borne the brunt of displacement and uncertainty. A Battle Beyond Borders: The battle for control of Ain al Hilweh earlier this month unraveled in a tumultuous clash between armed Islamist groups and Fatah, the predominant faction within the camp. The consequences of this confrontation have extended far beyond the physical damage inflicted upon the compound; they have rekindled questions about the vulnerability of marginalized communities, the fragility of humanitarian sanctuaries, and the rights of innocent children caught in the crossfire. The Echoes of Con...

World leaders will call for tougher concrete action to tackle the planet's climate crisis when addressing the third day of Cop27 on Tuesday. On Monday, leaders at a two-week UN summit in Egypt spoke of the need to agree on "loss and damage" mechanisms by which rich nations will fund measures taken by the most vulnerable countries mitigate the effects of climate change. A proposal by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres was an unexpected tax on the fossil fuel companies that benefit from rising energy prices. , with the money being used to help vulnerable nations. "That's why I'm calling for a nationwide supply of early warning systems within five years. "And that's why I urge all governments to tax the windfall profits of fossil fuel companies. Let's channel money to people battling rising food and energy prices and to countries suffering loss and damage from the climate crisis

Mankind will face widespread hunger if measures to ensure food security are not taken.  This was stated by Executive Director of the UN World Food Program (WFP), David Beasley.“If we do not prepare and take action now, then we may face a famine of biblical proportions in a few months,” he emphasized. According to Beasley, peace must be secured first.  Participants in hostilities must be given unhindered access to humanitarian assistance to people in need.  In addition, he added, it is necessary to invest $ 350 million in the creation of a network of logistics centers, thanks to which humanitarian aid will be provided throughout the world.  “Time is not on our side, so let's act wisely and quickly,” Beasley added. He also noted that 300 thousand people will die of hunger every day - if the UN does not provide the necessary support.  Hunger can reach about 30 countries.  The situation is aggravated not only by coronavirus, but also by the collapse of oil...