The UAE distributes 3,000 food baskets
And provides Medical Care to Sudanese refugees in Chad
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has implemented a new humanitarian initiative in the Republic of Chad to support Sudanese refugees. Three thousand food baskets were distributed in the Doki, Alasha, and Abu Qadam Camps, in addition to dispatching a field medical team to provide healthcare in Abu Qadam Camp.
This project was implemented in coordination with Chad’s Ministry of Social Action, Solidarity, and Humanitarian Affairs, as well as the National Committee for the Reception and Reintegration of Refugees and Returnees, within the framework of joint cooperation to alleviate the suffering of refugees and meet their basic needs.
This relief project benefited (15,000) Sudanese refugees, distributed across three main Camps. As (1,500) food baskets were distributed in Doki Camp, benefiting (7,500 people). Furthermore, (300) baskets were distributed in Alasha camp, benefiting (6,500 people). And (200) food baskets were distributed in Abu Qadam Camp, benefiting (1,000 people). The aim of the aforementioned initiative is to meet the needs of these families for a full month, ensuring enhanced food security and improved living conditions in the targeted Camps.
In addition, the initiative included the dispatch of a medical team to the Abu Qadam Camp in an effort to provide medical care and services to refugees, helping to meet a fundamental aspect of their humanitarian needs amidst the difficult conditions they face, according to the Emirates News Agency (WAM).
His Excellency, Rashid Saeed Al Shamsi, UAE Ambassador to the Republic of Chad, stated: “This initiative is an extension of the UAE’s humanitarian and development approach, which places people at the heart of its priorities. It affirms the country’s unwavering commitment to assisting those affected by crises and conflicts, especially in areas experiencing mass displacement and dire humanitarian conditions.”
Al Shamsi continued: “The project reflects the UAE’s ongoing and tireless efforts to support the social and economic stability of the local population in Chad. Such initiatives contribute to strengthening social cohesion and human solidarity by providing essential supplies that ensure a decent living in the face of regional refugee challenges. These initiatives also support refugee issues worldwide, working to improve their humanitarian and living conditions, whether through direct support or through cooperation with international organizations.”
It’s worth noting that the UAE has built three hospitals for Sudanese refugees in neighboring countries. These include two field hospitals in the Chadian cities of Amdjaras and Abeche, as well as Madhool Hospital in the Republic of South Sudan, as part of the country’s efforts to provide medical services to Sudanese refugees.
