Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly met with Kate Forbes of the IFRC to discuss humanitarian aid and reconstruction efforts in Gaza. Madbouly reiterated Egypt’s commitment to deliver aid and highlighted challenges, including obstacles to aid entry. The meeting emphasized the partnership between Egypt and the IFRC and addressed Egypt’s role in assisting Sudanese refugees.
On Tuesday, Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly engaged in discussions with Kate Forbes, President of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), focusing on humanitarian cooperation relevant to the Gaza Strip and Egypt’s supportive role in aid delivery. The meeting, attended by Minister of Social Solidarity Maya Morsy and Ambassador Mohamed Mounir, emphasized the collaboration between Egypt and the IFRC.
Madbouly recognized the IFRC as the “largest network of humanitarian organisations”, which includes over 190 national societies and approximately 16 million volunteers. He reiterated Egypt’s dedication to ongoing collaboration with the IFRC, particularly in the recovery and reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
“Egypt will remain committed to providing the necessary assistance to the residents of the Gaza Strip,” he asserted, while also expressing concerns about “Israeli practices that prevent the entry of aid”. He highlighted the urgent need for assistance for Gaza residents, especially during Ramadan.
Despite facing numerous challenges, Madbouly reported that Egypt has successfully delivered over 7,000 aid trucks to Gaza from January 19 to March 2, with “70% of this assistance” originating from Egypt since the crisis began in October 2023. He expressed hope that the IFRC’s association would be involved in the upcoming early recovery and reconstruction efforts, particularly in the initial six-month phase.
Additionally, the Prime Minister spoke about Egypt’s initiatives to support Sudanese refugees, mentioning the establishment of five humanitarian service points along the Sudanese border by the Egyptian Red Crescent. He reiterated Egypt’s commitment to the integrity, security, and stability of Syria.
Forbes commended the collaboration between the IFRC and the Egyptian government, acknowledging Egypt’s “prominent role” in delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza, as noted during her discussions with other ministers.
“Egypt played the most prominent role in terms of delivering humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip,” Forbes emphasized, highlighting her eagerness to further collaborate on the humanitarian aspects of the Gaza reconstruction plan and to expand regional activities from Egypt.
Maya Morsy expressed gratitude for Prime Minister Madbouly’s support in facilitating humanitarian aid to Gaza and indicated her enthusiasm for working with the IFRC on the humanitarian components of the reconstruction initiative.
In conclusion, the meeting between Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and IFRC President Kate Forbes culminated in a robust dialogue about humanitarian aid and reconstruction efforts in Gaza. They reaffirmed Egypt’s significant contributions to aid delivery and collaboration with the IFRC. Additionally, both parties emphasized the importance of addressing the humanitarian needs of Gaza residents, especially amid ongoing challenges, while also acknowledging Egypt’s role in supporting Sudanese refugees.
Original Source: www.dailynewsegypt.com
