Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with IFRC President Kate Forbes to discuss humanitarian aid to Gaza and Egypt’s role in reconstruction efforts. Madbouly highlighted Egypt’s commitment to delivering aid despite challenges and noted significant contributions during the crisis. Forbes acknowledged Egypt’s prominent role and expressed the IFRC’s intentions for future collaboration.
On Tuesday, Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly convened with Kate Forbes, the President of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), to discuss humanitarian assistance for the Gaza Strip and Egypt’s pivotal role in delivering aid. The meeting included the participation of Minister of Social Solidarity Maya Morsy and Ambassador Mohamed Mounir, who is the Deputy Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for International Humanitarian Affairs, thereby reaffirming the collaborative ties between Egypt and the IFRC.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Madbouly highlighted the IFRC as the largest humanitarian organization globally, encompassing more than 190 national societies and 16 million volunteers. He reiterated Egypt’s dedication to working alongside the IFRC, focusing on recovery and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
Madbouly stated, “Egypt will remain committed to providing the necessary assistance to the residents of the Gaza Strip.” He expressed concern regarding “Israeli practices that prevent the entry of aid,” emphasizing the urgent needs of Gaza’s population, especially during the holy month of Ramadan.
Additionally, Madbouly revealed that Egypt had successfully sent over 7,000 aid trucks to Gaza between January 19 and March 2, with 70% of this assistance originating from Egypt since the onset of the crisis in October 2023. He hoped that the IFRC’s extensive network of associations would aid in the execution of the initial phase of the early recovery and reconstruction plan for Gaza.
The Prime Minister also addressed Egypt’s initiatives in supporting Sudanese refugees, highlighting the establishment of five humanitarian service points along the border with Sudan by the Egyptian Red Crescent. He reiterated Egypt’s steadfast commitment to the sovereignty and stability of Syria.
Kate Forbes acknowledged the fruitful collaboration between the IFRC and the Egyptian government, recognizing Egypt’s “prominent role” in the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza. She mentioned her discussions with Egyptian Foreign Affairs Minister Badr Abdelatty and Minister of Social Solidarity Maya Morsy related to these efforts.
Forbes remarked, “Egypt played the most prominent role in terms of delivering humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip,” and expressed the IFRC’s eagerness to enhance cooperation with Egypt in relation to Gaza’s reconstruction plan. She further noted that the IFRC seeks to expand its regional activities in collaboration with Egypt. Forbes also praised Egypt’s efforts in supporting Sudanese refugees.
Minister of Social Solidarity Maya Morsy conveyed her appreciation for Prime Minister Madbouly’s support in ensuring the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza, expressing her enthusiasm for collaborating with the IFRC on the humanitarian aspects of the reconstruction initiatives.
In summary, the meeting between Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and IFRC President Kate Forbes highlighted the continued partnership between Egypt and the IFRC regarding humanitarian aid and reconstruction efforts in Gaza. Both parties expressed commitment to addressing the urgent needs of the affected populations, particularly during Ramadan. As Egypt continues to play a leading role in facilitating aid delivery, the collaboration with the IFRC is expected to enhance the effectiveness of humanitarian assistance and support for refugees.
Original Source: www.dailynewsegypt.com
