Kuwait reaffirms its steadfast policy of extending aid to those in need
On the occasion of World Humanitarian Day, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed Kuwait’s steadfast commitment to extending aid to those in need and strengthening cooperation with the United Nations and humanitarian organizations, grounded in its firm dedication to humanitarian action and its belief in the importance of international solidarity and cooperation in addressing crises, thereby reflecting its role as an active partner in supporting humanitarian efforts at both the regional and international levels.
The Ministry expressed Kuwait’s appreciation for the vital role played by humanitarian organizations and the significant contributions made by humanitarian workers, who strive to deliver aid to those entitled to it, save lives, and alleviate the suffering of victims of conflicts and disasters across the globe. This comes amid growing humanitarian needs and escalating challenges facing humanitarian action.
The Ministry recalled with reverence and respect the sacrifices of humanitarian workers, emphasizing the necessity of enhancing their protection, ensuring their security and safety, and enabling them to carry out their humanitarian duties safely. It also stressed the importance of guaranteeing the safe, rapid, and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian assistance to all those in need, as well as 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 Human Rights Council’s adoption, during its sixty-second session, of the consensus 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 strengthening international efforts to protect humanitarian workers, facilitate the delivery of humanitarian assistance to those entitled to it, and enhance respect for relevant international obligations.
