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Under the directives of Mohammed bin Rashid, Bin Rashid Care Foundation airlifts 56.8 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies to support emergency efforts in Gaza

admin — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:52:23 +0000

The latest delivery marks the 25th airlift by Bin Rashid Care Foundation for Gaza, with total aid valued at AED45 million

Shipment is expected to provide critical assistance to more than 250,000 people

Government of Dubai Media Office – 24 April 2025: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Bin Rashid Care Foundation has facilitated a new relief airlift to support emergency efforts in Gaza. The operation delivered 56.8 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies, provided by the World Health Organization (WHO), to El Arish Airport in Egypt.

Valued at over AED4.3 million, the shipment departed Dubai on 23 April aboard a B747F aircraft operated by the Dubai Air Wing. The latest delivery marks the 25th airlift coordinated by Bin Rashid Care Foundation in response to the Gaza crisis, with the total value of all shipments to date amounting to approximately AED45 million.

The supplies are intended to replenish medical stocks in El Arish, ensuring immediate readiness for deployment into Gaza once access is secured. The shipment is expected to provide critical assistance to more than 250,000 people.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, said: “At the heart of Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s mission lies a steadfast commitment to serving humanity, wherever and whenever needed. Guided by the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, we remain dedicated to supporting international humanitarian efforts by facilitating the rapid delivery of life-saving aid to the people of Gaza. In the face of immense human suffering, it is our duty to stand in solidarity with those affected. Every shipment we help deliver is a message of hope and humanity, reminding those in crisis that they are not forgotten.”

Dr. Hanan Balkhy, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, said: “Responding to the urgent and unmet needs of Palestinians, the World Health Organization is dispatching 56 metric tonnes of essential medicines, including specialised medications needed to treat patients recovering from trauma-related injuries and psychological trauma. WHO has already delivered over 175 metric tonnes of health supplies and equipment this year. This flight carries trauma equipment and surgical supplies to equip surgeons and health facilities with urgently needed materials to save lives and alleviate suffering. We are grateful to Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the Government of Dubai for their unwavering support of our health emergency response and their commitment to humanitarian causes around the world. WHO’s Logistics Hub in Dubai is at the forefront of our health emergency operations. It enables us to deliver more supplies, to more people, at a lower cost—at a time when per-patient costs are more critical than ever.”

Since January 2025, Bin Rashid Care Foundation has facilitated four dedicated airlifts to El Arish, delivering nearly 256 metric tonnes of WHO medical supplies. As the world’s largest humanitarian logistics hub, Bin Rashid Care Foundation continues to coordinate closely with United Nations agencies, international NGOs, and government partners to enable the rapid and efficient delivery of critical aid from Dubai to crisis-affected communities across the region and beyond.

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Bin Rashid Care Foundation delivers urgent medical aid to Myanmar following devastating earthquake

admin — Fri, 11 Apr 2025 06:43:53 +0000

Shipment includes 39.5 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies, including medicines and equipment, to support health facilities responding to the emergency

Government of Dubai Media Office – 11 April 2025: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Bin Rashid Care Foundation facilitated the airlift of critical medical supplies to Myanmar following the powerful earthquake that struck the country’s central region earlier this month.

The humanitarian flight, operated in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), departed from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) this morning and arrived at Yangon International Airport (RGN). The shipment included 39.5 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies, including medicines and equipment, to support health facilities responding to the emergency.

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, said: “In times of extreme crisis, such as what we are witnessing in Myanmar, it is essential for the international community to unite in delivering a timely and coordinated response. This mission reflects Bin Rashid Care Foundation’s strategic commitment to supporting frontline humanitarian efforts and ensuring that critical supplies reach those most in need, when they need them most.”

The operation was coordinated by the logistics teams of Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the World Health Organization. It involved the transport of AED571,200 worth of essential relief items from the WHO Global Health Emergencies Logistics Hub, hosted within Bin Rashid Care Foundation, to support approximately 150,000 people.

Saima Wazed, WHO Regional Director for the South-East Asia Region, said: “The devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar nearly 2 weeks ago resulted in over 3,500 confirmed fatalities, 4,800 injured, and hundreds still missing and unaccounted for. WHO previously delivered 35 metric tons of health supplies to Myanmar last week to support the ongoing earthquake response. This delivery of medicines and health supplies including specialized trauma and emergency surgical instruments on today’s flight is vital to saving lives and alleviating suffering. We are grateful to Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the Government of Dubai for their support of our health emergency response.”

The 7.7-magnitude earthquake has intensified an already fragile humanitarian situation in Myanmar, where millions are affected by ongoing conflict, displacement, and limited access to essential services. With infrastructure damaged and health systems stretched, humanitarian actors have flagged an urgent need for medical support, shelter, and clean water.

Bin Rashid Care Foundation remains in close coordination with its members and international partners to monitor developments on the ground and continue supporting the broader humanitarian response in the days ahead. Another airlift, carrying 40 metric tonnes of shelter items for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, is also planned for early next week.

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Under Mohammed bin Rashid’s directives, Bin Rashid Care Foundation to scale up medical aid to Gaza with three new airlifts

admin — Fri, 24 Jan 2025 05:56:07 +0000

First airlift today transports 67.9 MT of life-saving aid for WHO

UN Agencies leverage the ceasefire in Gaza Strip to dispatch urgent medical supplies from their stocks in Bin Rashid Care Foundation

In the last 15 months, Bin Rashid Care Foundation has facilitated delivery of over 1,068 tonnes of aid to Gaza aboard 23 airlifts and 1 sea shipment

Government of Dubai Media Office – 24 January 2025: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Bin Rashid Care Foundation will facilitate three airlifts to deliver critical medical aid to Gaza via El Arish, Egypt. The airlifts, carried out through the Dubai Air Wing (DAW), will support the ongoing humanitarian response in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO).

Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, said: “We stand steadfast in our commitment to supporting the people of Gaza during these challenging times. Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, we are intensifying our efforts to mobilize resources and collaborate with the international humanitarian community to deliver critical, life-saving assistance where it is needed most. Bin Rashid Care Foundation has significantly increased the dispatch of medical supplies and mobile hospitals to address the pressing healthcare needs on the ground. We remain hopeful that the ceasefire will allow the sustained and unhindered flow of aid, enabling us to scale up operations and extend our reach to those in urgent need.”

The first airlift departed this morning, carrying 67.9 MT of primary health kits from the stocks of WHO in Bin Rashid Care Foundation. The fragile state of Gaza’s healthcare system and the lack of sufficient cold chain facilities make the rapid delivery of these essential supplies crucial.

Robert Blanchard, Head of WHO’s Hub for Global Health Emergencies Logistics, said: “WHO is grateful for our partnership with Bin Rashid Care Foundation and the generous support from the Dubai Government and the Government of the UAE. Delivering over USD 200 million in emergency health supplies to over 140 countries since 2018, WHO’s Hub for Global Health Emergencies Logistics based here in the UAE is vital to protecting the health of millions of people in need around the world.”

“We now deliver more medicines to reach more people more quickly than ever before. Sadly, we are projecting a 30% increase in demand as more and more people need humanitarian assistance. But today, our focus is on responding to the unprecedented needs in Gaza where health facilities have been destroyed, healthcare workers and WHO staff have lost their lives and severe shortages of essential medicines now exist. This UAE-donated flight carrying 68 metric tons of medicines will support 95,000 people for 3 months,” added Blanchard. “The shipment includes emergency primary health care kits that contain essential medicines for the treatment of respiratory diseases, treatment of infections, treatments for cardiovascular disease, insulin and many other medicines critical for protecting human health and saving lives.”

Since the onset of the crisis 15 months ago, Bin Rashid Care Foundation has facilitated the delivery of over 1,068 tonnes of aid to Gaza aboard 23 airlifts and 1 sea shipment, moving relief from the warehouses of WHO, Unicef, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and the World Food Programme (WFP), hosted in Bin Rashid Care Foundation, the world’s largest humanitarian hub.

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Under the directives of Mohammed bin Rashid, Bin Rashid Care Foundation dispatches 68.4 metric tonnes of aid to Gaza

admin — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:07:28 +0000

Bin Rashid Care Foundation works in tandem with the World Health Organization (WHO) to facilitate the mission

Supplies from the WHO will provide life-saving assistance to over 600,000 individuals

Government of Dubai Media Office – 15 January 2025: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Bin Rashid Care Foundation has urgently dispatched 68.4 metric tonnes of critical medical supplies to Gaza through Al Arish, Egypt.

In response to the ongoing humanitarian emergency in Gaza, a Boeing 747 from the Dubai Royal Air Wing departed this morning carrying essential relief supplies provided by the World Health Organization (WHO). The supplies are expected to provide life-saving assistance to over 600,000 individuals, addressing urgent medical needs and alleviating suffering in the region.

His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Chairman of Bin Rashid Care Foundation, said: “We reaffirm our commitment to supporting those affected by the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The continuation of this airbridge, which has been operational since the onset of the emergency, reflects the compassion and solidarity that guide us under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Our priority is to ensure that life-saving aid reaches the most vulnerable swiftly, offering help and hope in the face of unimaginable hardship.”

Dr. Richard Peeperkorn, Representative for WHO in the occupied Palestinian territory, said: “WHO is grateful for the generous support from the Government of the UAE and USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA), which will be crucial in addressing Gaza’s urgent health needs. The UAE-donated flight carrying $1 million worth of health supplies supported by BHA, exemplifies the power of collaboration in delivering timely aid during extremely challenging circumstances. The shipment includes essential supplies for malnutrition treatment, trauma care, surgery, and primary healthcare, all critical for maintaining health services amid severe shortages. Additionally, the delivery contains tents to help expand hospital capacity and meet the growing health demands in Gaza.”

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Dubai’s International Humanitarian City launches urgent relief airbridge to Lebanon and Egypt in light of escalating regional crisis

admin — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 05:48:57 +0000

Government of Dubai Media Office – 15 October 2023: Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC) announced that it has launched an urgent humanitarian airbridge operation to transport essential medical supplies and food assistance to Egypt and Lebanon. The operation is in preparation for and in response to the growing challenges brought about by the ongoing crisis in the region.

The airbridge operation also comes in response to an immediate request for aid from the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Food Programme (WFP), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).

Giuseppe Saba, CEO of Dubai’s International Humanitarian City, stated: “The humanitarian airbridge has been swiftly established to transport urgently needed relief supplies to populations affected by the escalating crisis in the region. This mobilisation is a testament to the spirit of cooperation in times of conflict and dire need, as IHC leverages its vast network and resources to bolster humanitarian efforts, supporting rapid responses to humanitarian crises, improving readiness for emergencies, and ultimately, saving innocent lives.”

The initial shipment, consisting of more than 11 metric tonnes of essential supplies from WFP and UNICEF’s stockpile, including water, sanitation, hygiene, dignity kits, crucial aid materials, and essential food provisions, departed from Dubai today to El Arish in the North Sinai Governorate of Egypt. This delivery significantly boosts healthcare response capacity through the Egyptian Red Crescent, ensuring that communities are well-equipped to address the urgent requirements resulting from the ongoing crisis. Moreover, the substantial quantity of food items will aid in alleviating the impact of food shortages on the most vulnerable.

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Mohammed bin Rashid orders third airlift of relief aid to Libya as part of ongoing humanitarian efforts

admin — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 08:57:58 +0000

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered a third airlift of relief aid mobilised by Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC) to Benghazi, Libya, as part of ongoing efforts to support people affected by the escalating humanitarian crisis triggered by the devastating impact of Storm Daniel.

The relief mission, employing a Boeing 747 aircraft, took off from Dubai World Central Airport early Friday morning. On board were over 90 metric tonnes of vital aid, including essential shelter materials, kitchen sets, blankets, jerricans, and other crucial relief items provided by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).

Amidst the increasing scale of destruction and the growing number of missing people in eastern Libya, which necessitated a prompt and robust response from the global aid community, Giuseppe Saba, CEO of Dubai’s International Humanitarian City, reiterated the commitment to aiding vulnerable populations during times of crisis.

He stated, “Emphasising our dedication to providing essential assistance to the global humanitarian community striving to address the rapidly escalating needs of thousands of individuals, this marks the third Benghazi-bound airlift facilitated by IHC in the past three weeks. Aligned with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai’s International Humanitarian City remains steadfast in its mission to support those in need and advance the collaborative endeavours of international humanitarian responders in swiftly and efficiently preserving lives.”

Khaled Khalifa, Senior Advisor and UNHCR’s Representative to the GCC countries said, “We are grateful for our humanitarian partnership with the International Humanitarian City, and the continued support for the ongoing emergency response in Libya. This airlift from Dubai included 35 metric tonnes of emergency supplies to support people affected by the tragedy.”

He added, “The generous contribution of IHC through covering the transportation costs helps bolster our efforts in distributing relief items to the worst-affected areas in the east of the country.”

Ilir Caushaj, IFRC Head of Global Logistics Hub Dubai, said, “In partnership with Dubai’s International Humanitarian City, we are continuing the air bridge operation in airlifting humanitarian aid to Libya as we dispatched 55 metric tonnes of relief items. We participated in facilitating the arrival of the aircraft to Benghazi airport, which carried IFRC’s third air shipment from the Dubai hub of household kits, blankets, kitchen sets, and water sanitation kits, for an additional 12,500 most-in-need people who have lost their families and homes in the affected areas.”

This relief airlift was made possible through the Global Humanitarian Impact Fund, a resource established and mobilised by IHC to support critical humanitarian missions across the globe.

Last month, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum ordered the activation of the relief air bridge to dispatch aid shipments to the individuals affected by the major humanitarian crisis in flood-devastated eastern Libya. Since then, IHC has extended its support to transport relief supplies for five prominent international humanitarian organisations.

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Mohammed bin Rashid orders creation of airbridge to send humanitarian relief from Dubai’s International Humanitarian City to Libya

admin — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:52:38 +0000

Government of Dubai Media Office – 19 September 2023: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has ordered airlifts to facilitate the dispatch of relief aid mobilised by the International Humanitarian City (IHC) to support people affected by the major humanitarian crisis in flood-devastated eastern Libya.

His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Chairman of Dubai’s International Humanitarian City, stated: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Libya in the wake of this tragedy. Dubai’s International Humanitarian City reaffirms its dedication to providing assistance to those affected, and we stand ready with our partners to help alleviate their suffering. This activation marks the third humanitarian task force response by the IHC in 2023, in response to unexpected emergency crises events across Middle East and North Africa.”

Today (Tuesday), IHC dispatched a second aircraft to the Libyan city of Benghazi transporting approximately 100 tonnes of shelter, food and telecommunications items from the stockpile of the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the World Food Programme’s United Nations Humanitarian Response Depot (UNHRD) and Fast IT and Telecommunications Emergency and Support Team (FITTEST).

Khaled Khalifa, Senior Advisor and UNHCR’s Representative to the GCC countries, lauded the humanitarian role of the UAE, which is a model to follow in providing the needed support to facilitate the work of humanitarian and aid organisations in responding to emergencies in the region and around the world, through their global stockpiles hosted in Dubai. “The humanitarian situation in Libya is catastrophic. The storm and the floods caused massive destruction and great loss of lives and left thousands of people displaced after their homes were destructed and their properties lost, and they became in desperate need of urgent assistance,” he said. “Thanks to the generous support of IHC, UNHCR will be able to continue to provide support to the ongoing relief efforts and deliver the needed supplies to the areas and people most affected by the floods in Libya,” he added.

Following the crisis, IHC urgently mobilised resources through its Global Humanitarian Impact Fund to facilitate a humanitarian relief airbridge to help people affected by the devastating impact of Storm Daniel. The catastrophic event has claimed thousands of lives and left many missing.

On Saturday morning, the first charter airplane arrived in Benghazi, Libya, carrying over 36 tonnes of crucial relief items from the stocks of the World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF.

“In the face of this tragic disaster, the delivery of 29 metric tonnes of essential medicines, trauma, and emergency surgery supplies to Libya from WHO’s Global Logistics Centre in Dubai’s International Humanitarian City stands as a symbol of regional solidarity. Thanks to the generous support of the government of Dubai and IHC, these supplies will reach over 250,000 people. It exemplifies our shared commitment to WHO’s regional vision of ‘Health for All, by All,’ said Dr. Ahmed Al-Mandhari, WHO Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean.

IHC’s active role in the humanitarian crises in the region reaffirms its status as the largest humanitarian hub in the world and its ongoing efforts to support and coordinate the work of a global network of humanitarian hubs. IHC’s approach prioritises preparedness and swift response to world crises to maximise the collective impact of sustainable humanitarian efforts.

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DUBAI’S INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN CITY AND THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION COLLABORATE TO PROVIDE URGENT RELIEF TO SUDAN’S POPULATION IN THE LATEST AIRLIFT MISSION

admin — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 05:41:34 +0000

Dubai, UAE – 03 June 2023 – Third airlift of aid supplies for those affected by the crisis in Sudan left Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC), the world’s largest humanitarian hub, on Saturday morning. Essential aid supplies from the World Health Organization (WHO), were shipped from the warehouses of the IHC.

Under the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, the IHC has once again demonstrated its steadfast commitment to alleviating the suffering caused by the ongoing conflict in Sudan.

In close coordination with the WHO, IHC has successfully completed its third relief airlift addressing the urgent needs of the affected populations and solidifying its role as a key provider of support to vulnerable people in need. Departing on 3 June 2023, the IHC transported vital supplies provided by WHO to Aswan, Egypt. Aswan serves as a pivotal gateway for the distribution of aid in the region.

The mission was carried out using a C-130 aircraft, generously offered by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s personal fleet. Onboard the flight were more than 10 metric tons of cargo, occupying a volume of around 46 cubic meters. This cargo consisted of essential medical supplies, which will directly benefit 49,000 individuals in desperate need of assistance.

Expressing his gratitude, His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, Chairman of Dubai’s International Humanitarian City, acknowledged the unwavering support and leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in these critical relief efforts. Al Shaibani reiterated IHC’s full commitment to providing immediate and life-saving assistance to those affected by the conflict in Sudan:

‘Over the past 20 years, Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC) has relentlessly committed to delivering crucial humanitarian aid to individuals in need across the globe. Dubai has emerged as the largest global hub for humanitarian efforts, with IHC playing a crucial role in fostering this positive transformation. The successful completion of this airlift mission serves as a testament to our dedication to alleviating suffering and providing life-saving assistance to those affected by the conflict in Sudan. In collaboration with our partners, we will continue our work to make an impact on the lives of the most vulnerable when it is most needed’

According to Robert Blanchard from WHO Emergency Operations team in Dubai: “The World Health Organization’s logistics hub in Dubai continues to play a vital role in responding to acute health emergencies around the world. Due to the conflict in Sudan, WHO responded with the immediate delivery of essential medicines along with trauma and surgical supplies through two charter, providing a lifeline to people in need of health care in Sudan. Recognizing the impact on health facilities across the border in Egypt, WHO is sending an additional 10 metric tons of supplies to Aswan to reach approximately 49,000 patients who have arrived from Sudan to Egypt. The health supplies include non-communicable disease kits for the treatment of hypertension and diabetes as well as pediatric severe acute malnutrition kits to provide immediate care for over 4,000 children.

This marks the 13^th charter flight dispatched from WHO’s logistics hub in 2023 underscoring the increasing demand for health supplies in response to emergencies around the world. WHO’s operation is now on-track to record the highest number of emergency requests in a single year. The support provided by the International Humanitarian City, the Government of Dubai, and the UAE is essential to WHO’s health emergency emergencies program and ongoing efforts to respond to and protect the health of the world’s most vulnerable populations,”

While this airlift marks a significant step forward in addressing the dire humanitarian situation in the region, IHC remains committed to leaving no one behind and reaching every civilian in need of assistance.

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Aid for People Affected by the Conflict in Sudan: Dubai’s International Humanitarian City Facilitates Relief Airlift

admin — Mon, 08 May 2023 06:32:57 +0000

8 May 2023, Dubai, UAE – A comprehensive airlift of around 80 metric tons of aid supplies for those affected by the crisis in Sudan left Dubai’s International Humanitarian City (IHC), the world’s largest humanitarian hub, on Monday evening. Essential aid supplies from UNHCR, the United Nations Refugee Agency’s Global Stockpile, were shipped from the warehouses of the IHC.

Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and in line with IHC’s mandate to enable humanitarian emergency response operations and lead coordination between partners, IHC facilitated the aid airlift, which was funded through IHC’s Global Humanitarian Impact Fund. The plane departed from Dubai’s Al Maktoum Airport, bound for Chad’s capital N’Djamena, for the benefit of those who fled the conflict in Sudan seeking safety in neighboring countries.

This first shipment of aid is destined to serve more than 27 000 beneficiaries. It consisted of shelter items, such as blankets, sleeping mats, solar lamps, buckets, jerry cans, mosquito nets, plastic sheets, and kitchen sets.

IHC Chairman, His Excellency Mohammed Ibrahim Al Shaibani, expressed his gratitude to the dedicated aid workers and members of IHC who are striving to work round the clock to meet the needs of the Sudanese people, saying, “ The ongoing conflict in Sudan continues to cause unfolding humanitarian crises which the IHC remains committed and ready to respond to. IHC will continue to work tirelessly to facilitate the delivery of aid from all its partners to ensure that the affected populations receive the assistance they urgently require.”

A second plane, donated personally by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, is also scheduled to depart in the coming days. In addition to UNHCR’s shelter items, it will carry essential telecommunication equipment for the World Food Programme’s Fast IT and Telecommunications Emergency and Support Team (WFP–FITTEST).

Khaled Khalifa, Senior Advisor to the High Commissioner and UNHCR’s Regional Representative to the GCC countries said: “The humanitarian situation in and around Sudan is tragic. The majority of people fleeing and seeking safety are women and children, some are still staying out in the open or under trees, while others are sleeping in makeshift shelters, and lack clean water and food. To ensure timely delivery of life-saving assistance, more support is urgently needed.” He added: “We appreciate IHC’s support in transporting much-needed relief items from UNHCR’s Global Stockpile in Dubai, which lends us a helping hand in providing emergency assistance to those fleeing Sudan and arriving in neighbouring countries, including Chad.”

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has led to the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people, and the need for humanitarian aid has never been greater. The IHC recognizes the urgency of the situation and remains steadfast in supporting and working with its members and partners to provide relief speedily wherever it is needed.

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A COORDINATED EMERGENCY HUMANITARIAN RESPONSE FROM DUBAI’S INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN CITY (IHC) TO THE EARTHQUAKE DISASTER IN SYRIA AND TURKIYE

admin — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 13:30:43 +0000

67 aid shipments with a total value of approximately USD 13 Million in response to the earthquake in Turkiye and Syria from the community of the International Humanitarian City in Dubai
The IHC facilitated two airbridges of 13 airlifts through its own Global Humanitarian Impact Fund (GHIF) and in partnership with Emirates
IHC transported items for its members, including the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Food Programme (WFP), the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
IHC members have already dispatched aid from their prepositioned stocks in Dubai to more than 50 countries in 2023

10 March 2023, Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The International Humanitarian City (IHC) in Dubai has successfully facilitated another humanitarian relief flight in response to the earthquake in Turkiye and Syria earlier this week. Guided by the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the IHC is committed to supporting affected communities with the resources they need to recover and rebuild.

A Damascus-bound flight, transporting relief items for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), departed from Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai, carrying 29 tons of aid, including blankets and solar lamps, to support 36,000 beneficiaries affected by the earthquake.

In the wake of the devastating earthquake in Turkiye and Syria, and as of the first week of March, the international organizations and UN agencies hosted in IHC have mobilized and dispatched 67 aid shipments with a total value of USD 13 Million approximately.

The IHC facilitated two airbridges of 13 airlifts through its own Global Humanitarian Impact Fund (GHIF) and, in partnership with Emirates, dispatching more than 300 MT of aid for international organizations it hosts, including the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Food Programme (WFP), the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).

The ongoing humanitarian response highlights the importance of collaboration and coordination among international partners to address the urgent needs of affected communities. Meanwhile, in 2023, the IHC community has already dispatched aid from their prepositioned stocks in Dubai to more than 50 countries. Back in 2022, the IHC directly supported multiple humanitarian responses through the GHIF, including emergencies in Ukraine, Afghanistan, Sudan, Libya, and Somalia.

As the pioneering global humanitarian hub, the IHC continues to leverage its extensive network and resources to support the humanitarian community for fast humanitarian response, better emergency preparedness, and more sustainable humanitarian action.

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