Sheikh Mansour says humanitarianism part of UAE's legacy
Helping those in need is an important part of the UAE's values, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, said on Wednesday. "On World Humanitarian Day, we affirm that giving is a deeply rooted legacy we learned from the late Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed, who placed the human being first and made humanitarian work an approach not…
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, emphasized on Wednesday that humanitarianism is a core part of the nation's legacy. He highlighted that this tradition was instilled by the late Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed, who prioritized human welfare and made humanitarian efforts timeless and universal. World Humanitarian Day served as a reminder of this commitment, according to Sheikh Mansour, as reported by the state news agency Wam.
The UAE has pledged substantial financial support, amounting to billions of dirhams, towards various relief operations this year. These efforts have targeted critical issues such as childhood hunger, preventable diseases, and educational access worldwide. Notably, the Edge of Life campaign, initiated by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has amassed contributions exceeding Dh2.82 billion to combat child hunger, aiding over five million children. Over 44,000 individuals, companies, and humanitarian organizations participated in this initiative.
In addition to global hunger relief, the UAE has been actively engaged in humanitarian support across conflict zones. This includes operations in Gaza and Sudan, alongside emergency responses to natural disasters in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The Operation Gallant Knight campaign in the Gaza Strip has received over $3.89 billion in assistance from the UAE. This includes relief supplies, medical aid, and food through more than 770 flights, 25 ships, and 13,000 lorries.
Another significant initiative is the Step of Hope campaign, which has provided prosthetic limbs to 72 amputees in Gaza, further exemplifying the UAE's dedication to humanitarianism.
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