NEW YORK: Saudi Arabia’s King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) and the UN refugee agency have signed a joint programme to provide shelter and winter assistance to Syrian families returning to their country, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported.
The programme, signed on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, will rehabilitate 987 damaged homes and distribute 10,768 winter kits to support 58,625 people across five Syrian governorates.
Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of KSrelief Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah signed the joint executive programme with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih.
The agreement aims to implement a project providing shelter for Syrian families returning to their country during the upcoming winter.
Under the program, 987 damaged homes will be rehabilitated to create safe, habitable living spaces. Additionally, 10,768 winter kits, containing high-thermal-insulation blankets, plastic sheeting (tarpaulins), and winter clothing and jackets, will be distributed to protect families from severe cold spells, according to SPA.
These efforts will benefit 58,625 individuals, including those in need, female heads of households, widows, children, and the elderly, across the governorates of Aleppo, Rural Damascus (Reef Dimashq), Deir Ezzor, Idlib, and Homs.
This agreement is part of the Kingdom’s efforts, via KSrelief, to enable Syrian families to return voluntarily to their homes and achieve stability, create a living environment that ensures a life of dignity and safety, and enhance the resilience of the most vulnerable groups.
KSrelief Supervisor General Meets UN High Commissioner for Refugees
Supervisor General of KSrelief Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah met yesterday with UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session.
During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation and coordinate humanitarian and relief efforts to support refugees and displaced persons and alleviate their suffering worldwide. They also reviewed the latest developments regarding joint programs and projects.
Barham Salih commended the significant humanitarian efforts and leading role played by Saudi Arabia, through KSrelief, in providing urgent relief and emergency assistance to refugees. He also highlighted the fruitful strategic partnership between the two sides.
KSrelief Supervisor General Meets Administrator of UN Development Programme
Supervisor General of KSrelief Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah met yesterday with Administrator of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Alexander De Croo on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
During the meeting, the two sides discussed matters of mutual interest related to humanitarian and relief affairs.
De Croo praised the distinguished cooperation between the two sides, noting KSrelief’s support for vulnerable groups worldwide through a range of humanitarian programs.
KSrelief Supervisor General Meets UN-Habitat Executive Director
Supervisor General of KSrelief Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah met yesterday with Executive Director of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) Anacláudia Rossbach on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.
The meeting addressed ways to strengthen cooperation and coordinate efforts in housing, early recovery, and support for crisis-affected communities. Discussions also covered key topics of mutual interest and humanitarian projects aimed at improving living conditions for vulnerable populations worldwide.
Rossbach commended the Kingdom’s pioneering humanitarian role through KSrelief, highlighting the distinguished partnership with the centre in supporting shelter and urban improvement projects and alleviating the suffering of people affected by disasters and crises.
