During the meeting, they discussed cooperation and coordination between UAE entities and WFP to deliver relief assistance to the Gaza Strip, given worsening humanitarian conditions for civilians in the area.
His Highness emphasised the urgent need to secure humanitarian corridors, enabling regional and international organizations to fulfill their roles in providing aid to civilians in the Gaza Strip.
The meeting also addressed cooperation between the UAE and WFP in addressing food security challenges and ensuring food provision for those in need in impoverished regions, disaster-affected areas, and zones experiencing conflict and crises regionally and globally.
His Highness stressed the UAE's commitment to supporting the World Food Programme's global work as part of the country's approach towards assisting those in need. He also highlighted the significance of enhancing international humanitarian solidarity when addressing global food crises, given their close link to international peace and security.
The Executive Director of the World Food Programme expressed her appreciation for the impactful and constructive cooperation of the UAE with WFP, particularly in supporting those affected in conflict and disaster zones.
McCain also commended the nation's pioneering initiatives in addressing global food security challenges and its innovative strategies to promote sustainable food security solutions.
The meeting was attended by Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation.
Related News
Abdullah bin Zayed holds phone calls with several foreign ministers to discuss regional developments
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held phone calls with a number of foreign ministers to discuss the latest regional developments following Iran’s unprovoked and terrorist missile attacks targeting the UAE and several countries in the region and beyond.
View Details
Abdullah bin Zayed receives Kaja Kallas, discusses UAE–EU strategic relations, regional developments
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Kaja Kallas, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-President of the European Commission.
View Details
UAE Expresses Disappointment at Security Council's Failure to Act on Strait of Hormuz Crisis
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its deep disappointment at the UN Security Council’s failure to take decisive action to address the global repercussions caused by Iran’s illegal closure of the Strait of Hormuz
View Details
Abdullah bin Zayed discusses regional developments with several foreign ministers over phone
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed regional developments during phone calls with a number of foreign ministers from fraternal and friendly countries, following the unprovoked and terrorist Iranian missile attacks that targeted the UAE and several brotherly and friendly nations.
View Details