The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has increased its ongoing humanitarian aid efforts in war-torn Sudan, according to the country’s communications department.
In a recent statement, the Strategic Communications Department said that in response to the escalating crisis, the UAE has launched a series of emergency relief operations, including the dispatch of 159 relief flights carrying over 10,000 tonnes of food, medicine and relief supplies to Sudan. This assistance has been critical in meeting the urgent needs of the Sudanese population who are facing severe shortages of essential supplies due to the conflict.
Over the past decade, the UAE has provided aid worth $3.5 billion, with a sharp increase in aid since the outbreak of the conflict in 2023, it added.
“The UAE has also played a critical role in supporting Sudanese refugees who have fled to neighboring countries. As part of its comprehensive humanitarian strategy, the UAE has built two field hospitals in Chad, which have provided vital medical care to those displaced by the conflict. Amdjarass Field Hospital has treated 24,741 cases, while Abeche Field Hospital has provided care to 21,761 individuals, underscoring the UAE’s commitment to providing life-saving medical assistance,” according to the statement.
During the International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan and Neighboring Countries in Paris in April, the UAE pledged more than $100 million in aid, further demonstrating its leadership in international humanitarian efforts. This includes a $70 million grant to UN humanitarian organizations operating in Sudan, along with a $30 million direct donation to support refugees in the region.
“The UAE’s swift and significant response reflects its longstanding commitment to humanitarian principles and its solidarity with the Sudanese people during this challenging time. As the situation in Sudan continues to evolve, the UAE remains a key player in the global effort to alleviate the suffering of those affected the conflict, providing both immediate assistance and long-term support,” it added.
The statement noted that this extensive humanitarian assistance is part of the UAE’s broader strategy to stabilize the region and ensure that those affected by the conflict receive the assistance they need to survive and rebuild their lives. The UAE’s ongoing efforts highlight the critical role international cooperation plays in addressing the complex humanitarian crises that continue to unfold in Sudan and its neighboring countries.
The war in Sudan broke out in April 2023 between army general Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo over disagreement over integrating the RSF into the army.
The conflict has caused a devastating humanitarian crisis, with clashes killing nearly 16,000 people and displacing millions.
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