Kuwait: Humanitarian organizations and contributions from humanitarian workers alleviate the suffering of conflict victims
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Kuwait’s appreciation for the vital role played by humanitarian organizations and the significant contributions made by humanitarian workers, as well as their efforts to deliver aid to those in need, save lives, and alleviate the suffering of victims of conflicts and disasters in various parts of the world. These efforts come at a time when humanitarian needs are growing and the challenges facing humanitarian action are intensifying.
In a statement marking World Humanitarian Day, which fell yesterday, Wednesday, the Ministry paid solemn tribute and expressed deep respect for the sacrifices of humanitarian workers. It emphasized the necessity of strengthening their protection, ensuring their security and safety, and enabling them to carry out their humanitarian duties safely, while guaranteeing the safe, rapid, and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian assistance to all those in need. The Ministry also underscored the importance of respecting the provisions of international humanitarian law and international human rights law.
In this context, the Ministry reiterated Kuwait’s welcome of the adoption, by consensus, at the sixty-second session of the Human Rights Council, of the resolution entitled “The impact of obstructing and impeding access to humanitarian assistance and of attacks on the safety of humanitarian personnel on the enjoyment of human rights in armed conflict.” Initiated by Kuwait, the resolution represents an important step toward enhancing international efforts to protect humanitarian workers, facilitate the delivery of aid to beneficiaries, and strengthen respect for relevant international obligations.
On this occasion, the Ministry affirmed that Kuwait will continue its steadfast approach of extending assistance to those in need and enhancing cooperation with the United Nations and humanitarian organizations, in line with its firm commitment to humanitarian action and its belief in the importance of international solidarity and cooperation in addressing crises, reflecting its role as an active partner in supporting humanitarian efforts at both the regional and international levels.
