Saudi Fund for Development highlights support for Palestinian refugees in Jordan

The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) showcased the impact of Saudi-backed projects supporting Palestinian refugees in Jordan during a field visit alongside United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) officials. SFD CEO Sultan bin Abdulrahman Al-Murshid, along with Christian Saunders, the acting commissioner-general of UNRWA, toured New Amman Camp Preparatory School and the Al-Zuhour Health Center projects with the presence of Mohammed Mones, the Saudi Arabia's deputy ambassador to Jordan.

These initiatives, primarily funded by Saudi Arabia through the SFD, are part of the Kingdom's consistent efforts to enhance the living conditions of Palestinian refugees and improve their prospects.

CEO Al-Murshid expressed that the visit allowed them to witness the tangible effects of partnerships with UNRWA on the lives of Palestinian refugees, noting that Saudi support has significantly bolstered essential infrastructure and provided improved opportunities in education, healthcare, and vital services. In response, the acting commissioner-general of UNRWA praised the ongoing collaboration with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing that investments in infrastructure positively affect the living and working environment for refugees, while contributing to the provision of education, healthcare, and other necessary services.

The SFD and UNRWA have jointly undertaken various development projects and programs catering to the Palestinian people across education, health, infrastructure, and social sectors. During his visit, the SFD CEO also met with Jordan's Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, Zeina Toukan, where both parties discussed SFD-funded development projects and explored opportunities to enhance bilateral cooperation.