Ukrainian Ambassador to Kuwait: Kuwait plays a firm humanitarian role in supporting peoples affected by crises and disasters
Ukrainian ambassador praises Kuwait's humanitarian role with the Red Crescent
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Kuwait City, Sept 29 (KUNA) – The Ambassador of Ukraine to Kuwait, Dr. Maksym Subch, emphasized the importance of the humanitarian role played by Kuwait in supporting peoples affected by crises and disasters, commending the continuous efforts of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) in providing humanitarian and relief aid to various countries around the world.
Speaking to KUNA after meeting with Khalid Al-Mughams, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society, Subch said that Ukraine highly values the humanitarian support provided by Kuwait during the early years of the war, which was appreciated by the Ukrainian government and people.
He added that humanitarian needs in Ukraine continue to rise amid the ongoing crisis and waves of displacement, noting that the energy sector has suffered significant damage, creating an urgent need for generators and essential equipment, alongside pressing requirements in the health sector.
He pointed out that the meeting reviewed a list of priority humanitarian needs and ways to enhance coordination in delivering relief aid to the Ukrainian people, expressing his hope to expand cooperation in the coming phase through mutual visits and the implementation of projects serving shared humanitarian goals.
For his part, Khalid Al-Mughams, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Kuwait Red Crescent Society, stated in a similar statement to KUNA that Kuwait will continue its humanitarian role in supporting and protecting peoples affected by disasters and wars, in line with its firmly established approach to humanitarian action and its commitment to alleviating the suffering of those in need around the world.
Al-Mughams said the meeting discussed the humanitarian situation in Ukraine and explored ways to strengthen cooperation between the two sides to support relief efforts and address priority needs amid the ongoing humanitarian challenges facing the country.
He added that both sides discussed several proposals aimed at developing joint cooperation, paving the way for their study and the establishment of appropriate mechanisms for implementation. He noted that the Society had previously provided humanitarian aid to the Ukrainian people covering the energy, health, and food sectors.
He clarified that the meeting reviewed the most prominent humanitarian and relief activities carried out by the Society domestically and internationally, emphasizing that Kuwait has set a firm example in responding to humanitarian crises and answering relief appeals in collaboration with various international entities. (End) S.L.M. / N.W.
