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UAE Signs $15 Million Agreement With UNHCR For Sudan Humanitarian Aid

The UAE has just signed a new deal with the UNHCR to boost aid for people affected by the conflict in Sudan. This agreement will help provide critical support like shelter, healthcare, and education to those in desperate need. UAE officials emphasized this is part of their long-standing commitment, having already given hundreds of millions in aid since the crisis began. They're determined to keep leading relief efforts, honoring the humanitarian principles established by the UAE's founding

Key Points: UAE, UNHCR Sign $15M Deal for Sudan Conflict Relief | ANI

  • UAE Aid Agency signs $15 million deal with UNHCR for Sudan
  • Dr. Tareq Al Ameri highlights UAE's $784 million aid since conflict began
  • Project aims to provide protection, shelter, healthcare, and education
  • Agreement part of UAE's longstanding humanitarian commitment to Sudan
  • UAE is second-largest donor to Sudan after US per UN OCHA
  • Aid reflects foreign policy approach established by late Sheikh Zayed
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UAE signs agreement with UNHCR to support humanitarian response for those affected by conflict in Sudan

UAE Aid Agency signs cooperation agreement with UNHCR to provide $15 million for protection and assistance to people affected by the conflict in Sudan, starting 2026.

"The UAE will continue to be at the forefront of global efforts to alleviate the suffering of our brothers and sisters in Sudan, founded on our moral and humanitarian obligation to stand by people affected by conflicts and natural disasters. - Dr. Tareq Al Ameri / Chairman, UAE Aid Agency"

Abu Dhabi, December 21

The UAE Aid Agency has signed a cooperation agreement with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) to support the delivery of urgent humanitarian and relief aid to the Sudanese people impacted by the repercussions of the ongoing conflict in the country.

The project is aimed at strengthening humanitarian response efforts for displaced people and those impacted by the conflict in Sudan, by providing life-saving measures, including protection,shelter, healthcare, and education.

Rashid Al Shamsi, Executive Director of Logistics Support at the UAE Aid Agency, and Dr. Khaled Khalifa, UNHCR Senior Advisor and Representative to the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, signed the agreement, in the presence of Dr. Tareq Al Ameri, Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency.

Dr. Al Ameri affirmed that this agreement is part of the UAE's continuous efforts to alleviate the deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Sudan since the outbreak of the conflict, highlighting that UAE has so far allocated US$784 million in humanitarian aid and urgent relief in support of the Sudanese people.

Furthermore, Dr. Al Ameri said, "The UAE will continue to be at the forefront of global efforts to alleviate the suffering of our brothers and sisters in Sudan, founded on our moral and humanitarian obligation to stand by people affected by conflicts and natural disasters. These efforts align with the approach established by the late founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and reflect the directives of the UAE's wise leadership."

The UAE's efforts have always been humanitarian first, reflecting our longstanding commitment to providing relief to the Sudanese people. Over the past decade (2015-2025), the UAE has provided US$4.24 billion in aid to the Republic of Sudan. Additionally, and since the outbreak of the ongoing crisis, over two and a half years ago, the UAE has contributed US$784 million in humanitarian assistance.

The UAE is the second biggest donor to Sudan, after the US, since the conflict started according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

The UAE affirms its steadfast and unwavering commitment to support all efforts to address this catastrophic crisis, and to work alongside regional and international partners, particularly in Africa, to ensure stability and peace for the brotherly Sudanese people, demonstrating the unwavering values of humanitarian solidarity deeply rooted in the UAE's leadership and people.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While the aid is welcome, I hope the focus remains on effective delivery to those who need it most—the displaced families and children. Sometimes these large figures don't translate to ground reality. Transparency in how the funds are used is key. Still, a positive step.
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Aman W
Good to see Gulf nations taking a lead in African humanitarian crises. The UAE has been a consistent donor. As an Indian, I feel we also have a role to play in supporting global peacekeeping and aid efforts, drawing from our own philosophy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family).
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Sarah B
The focus on shelter, healthcare, and education is crucial. Conflict disrupts lives for generations. Providing stability through these basics can help rebuild communities. Hope other nations follow suit.
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Vikram M
$4.24 billion over a decade to Sudan is a massive commitment. It shows long-term thinking, not just crisis response. This is the kind of sustained partnership Africa needs for development. Bharat can also strengthen such ties with our African brothers and sisters.
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Kavya N
The human cost of the Sudan conflict is heartbreaking. Every bit of help counts. Proud to see nations in our extended neighborhood taking action. Let's also remember the volunteers and NGOs doing the hard work on the ground. They are the real heroes. ❤️

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