The UAE has issued a Federal Decree No. 27/2024 to establish the UAE Aid Agency, affiliated with the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council.

The agency will implement foreign aid programs, focusing on disaster relief, early recovery, post-conflict stabilisation, development, and capacity-building initiatives.

It aims to enhance the impact of the UAE’s global priority foreign aid and maximise positive outcomes in executing humanitarian relief programs and developmental projects worldwide.

The UAE’s leadership has emphasised the country’s commitment to addressing global humanitarian challenges, fostering sustainable development, and collaborating with international partners to create a lasting positive impact, especially in crisis-affected regions.

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