Al-Mughams: Strengthening Cooperation Between Kuwait and Qatar Red Crescent Societies in Humanitarian Fields

Doha, Oct 7 (KUNA) -- Kuwaiti Red Crescent Society (KRCS) Chairman, retired Ambassador Khaled Al-Mughamsi, stressed today the importance of strengthening cooperation and coordination among Gulf national societies, and exchanging expertise and experiences to contribute to the development of humanitarian work and enhance the efficiency of responses to humanitarian needs and challenges.

This came in a statement by Al-Mughamsi to the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) following his visit to the Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) headquarters in the capital Doha and his meeting with Mohammed Al-Bushra, Assistant Secretary-General for Communications and Resource Development at QRCS. The two sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation and exchange expertise in several areas of mutual interest.

Al-Mughamsi said that the relationship between the Kuwaiti Red Crescent Society and its Qatari counterpart is built on a long history of joint cooperation and coordination, emphasizing the commitment to developing this relationship and leveraging the expertise and experiences of both parties to serve shared humanitarian goals.

He clarified that the meeting addressed several topics related to humanitarian work, particularly in the fields of communications, humanitarian media, and resource development, as well as the exchange of expertise and practices that contribute to improving institutional performance and strengthening the capacity of national societies to convey their humanitarian message and expand the impact of their programs and projects.

Al-Mughamsi added that the current stage, marked by increasing humanitarian crises and challenges in the region and worldwide, requires greater coordination and integration of efforts among Gulf Red Crescent societies. He praised the role played by the Qatar Red Crescent Society and its humanitarian and relief efforts.

He noted that the Kuwaiti Red Crescent Society is keen to expand cooperation areas with its counterparts in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and exchange successful experiences and practices, thereby enhancing joint Gulf humanitarian work and contributing to reaching the most vulnerable groups more efficiently and effectively.

During the visit, Al-Mughamsi toured several QRCS facilities and reviewed their operational mechanisms, and listened to briefings on various programs and systems used to support humanitarian work, communications, and operations management.

Dr. Mohammed Al-Mutairi, Advisor to the Kuwaiti Red Crescent Society, accompanied Al-Mughamsi during the visit. The meeting was also attended by several QRCS leaders, including Ahmed Al-Jassim, Acting Assistant Secretary-General for Support Services, and Hussein Al-Ali, Assistant Secretary-General for Volunteering and Local Development. (End) S.S.S / H.M.F