QNA
NEW YORK
Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) and the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) have signed a $7mn agreement to provide critical support to Palestinian refugees in Syria.
The agreement is part of Qatar’s commitment to humanitarian assistance and improving the living conditions of Palestinian refugees, which is in line with UNRWA’s 2024 Emergency Appeal.
The funding will be allocated to essential services, including education, healthcare, and cash assistance for Palestine refugees affected by the ongoing conflict in Syria. The partnership aims to enhance the resilience and well-being of this vulnerable population, ensuring access to vital services and basic needs.
The agreement was signed during the United Nations General Assembly by Sultan bin Ahmed Al Aseeri, Acting Director General of QFFD, and Greta Gunnarsdottir, Director of UNRWA’s Representative Office in New York, in the presence of Minister of State for International Cooperation HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater, reaffirming the exceptional partnership between the State of Qatar and the Agency.
UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini expressed his gratitude to QFFD for continuous support, highlighting the pivotal role Arab partners play in addressing humanitarian crises and supporting Palestinian refugees.
"This donation comes at a critical time for Palestine refugees in the Middle East. Continued financial support from partners like QFFD enables UNRWA to provide life-saving assistance to Palestine refugees in Syria who are living in extremely difficult conditions,” he said.
Al Aseeri reaffirmed Qatar’s commitment to global humanitarian efforts and the importance of collaboration in such initiatives. "Qatar plays a leading role in providing much-needed support to Palestinian refugees worldwide. This $7mn pledge will enable UNRWA to continue delivering aid and support to our Palestinian brothers and sisters.”