{
  "id": 7608729,
  "title": "UAE allocates $8m to help Chad tackle El Niño food crisis",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/15/uae-allocates-8m-to-help-chad-tackle-el-nino-food-crisis",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-15T17:42:36.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/uae-allocates-8m-to-help-chad-tackle-el-ni%C3%B1o-food-crisis-1.500675851"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Abu Dhabi, UAE - The UAE has committed $8 million to assist Chad in tackling the El Niño climate phenomenon and its severe food security implications, according to directives from UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The UAE Aid Agency will spearhead the initiative, emphasizing its ongoing commitment to global disaster response and humanitarian support, particularly for vulnerable communities facing food insecurity and malnutrition. Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of the UAE Aid Agency, explained that the funding will concentrate on bolstering food security and reaching the most affected populations, with a special focus on those at risk of hunger and malnutrition. This strategy aims to foster a lasting humanitarian impact by not only addressing immediate needs but also enhancing communities' resilience against climate-related crises. The UAE Aid Agency's approach includes programs aimed at combating hunger, improving food security, facilitating early recovery, and building long-term resilience, alongside direct assistance to vulnerable populations.",
  "summary": "Abu Dhabi: Under the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE, through the UAE Aid Agency, has allocated $8 million to support Chad in addressing the El Niño climate phenomenon and its humanitarian repercussions, which have exacerbated food security challenges and heightened the risks of hunger and malnutrition. Dr. Tareq Ahmed Al Ameri, Chairman of the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}