His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, representative of the ruler of the Al Dhafra region and chairman of the Emirates’ Red Crescent Authority, stressed that the UAE’s initiatives strengthen humanitarian and development efforts in the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. in the world.
His Highness said: The United Arab Emirates is under the leadership of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the State, may God protect him, one of the largest supporters and supporters of the international movement and one of the most important donors to its components. He added: “The state has become a regional center for support, catering and logistics in humanitarian relief, and a permanent headquarters for many international humanitarian organizations that have found in the UAE the appropriate place to manage their relief operations in the adjacent regions, thanks to the directives. and the support of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, may God protect him, and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Chief of Defense.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed said in a statement on the occasion of the International Day of the Red Cross and Red Crescent, which falls on the eighth of May, “The United Arab Emirates has a good infrastructure that qualified it for this vital role, and from its countries deliver emergency aid convoys on land, at sea and in the air to various countries and regions experiencing crises and natural disasters., until it became one of the most important actors and donors of humanitarian aid in the world. safety valve and an oasis of hope for all people suffering the bulk of difficult conditions and disasters and crises. “
He stressed the country’s commitment to its distinguished humanitarian approach and its unique line in promoting values and initiatives that reduce human suffering and support human development efforts in developing and troubled societies.
His Highness pointed out that the United Arab Emirates is a preferred destination for charitable forces in the world to launch their humanitarian initiatives in recognition of the state’s role in establishing targeted and constructive partnerships to preserve human dignity and alleviate human suffering.
He called for strengthening aspects of solidarity with humanitarian issues that concern many people in the world, and appealed to the international community and its humanitarian organizations to make greater efforts to develop the most fragile communities and work together to avert risks to million. of people as a result of health crises and the consequences of conflicts and wars, climate change and the economic crisis. Worldwide shortage of food and medicine, water scarcity, widespread poverty and hunger and the spread of diseases and epidemics.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed stressed that dedicating a world day to the international movement of the Red Cross and Red Crescent is a good opportunity to anchor dialogue and discussion on the essential issues of interest to the movement, especially as the world is witnessing changing conditions , which requires a review of the concepts of partnership, coordination of the movement’s efforts and development of a working strategy Voluntary and humanitarian and looking at it holistically in the light of the changes that have taken place in the international arena, as well as finding more effective means to provide humanitarian assistance to those deserve it in troubled areas and achieve sustainable development without abandoning our basic principles.
His Highness pointed out the importance of the role that the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement play in the humanitarian arena, despite the challenges, and said that the movement has gained much experience in rapid intervention during crises and disasters, reducing its impact on humanity and mobilizing support and assistance to its civilian victims. He urged donors and donors from countries, governments, institutions and individuals to fulfill their financial obligations to the components of the movement in order to fully play its role and achieve its hopes of preserving the dignity of individuals and the development of society.
His Highness said: “For us in the Emirates’ Red Crescent Authority, the eighth of May represents an opportunity to stand on our own two feet, evaluate the march and push it forward and actively contribute to mobilizing support for programs, strengthening partnerships with all sectors of society, and spreading them. values and principles that we seek to achieve, that in addition to exploiting the capabilities and activating the available mechanisms, to achieve further expansion and dissemination, and to add new gains to the objectives of our humanitarian activities and programs at home and abroad, and for to increase mobility and preparedness for disasters, and to respond quickly to calls for humanitarian duty everywhere, which are lofty goals that we work for and strive to achieve. Always. “
He added: “In this context, we are working energetically to make the most of our capabilities, take full advantage of the benefits we have, and strengthen the partnership with others, work together and coordinate well in the field.”
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed praised the role of benefactors and philanthropists in supporting the efforts of the authorities and stressed that their noble initiatives have strengthened the status of the humanitarian state and deepened the values of goodness and virtue inherent in souls. the people of the land and those who dwell on its land. He welcomed the efforts of the workers, volunteers and affiliated members of the Red Crescent. Emphasizes the great responsibility they bear and the vitality of the message they carry with impartiality and self-denial. (wam)