The UAE's international humanitarian efforts to combat coronavirus continue
UAE has supplied over 500 tonnes of medical aid worldwide
Gulf Arab state has delivered seven tonnes of medical supplies to Belarus as part of UAE’s international humanitarian action to fight coronavirus pandemic.
Thursday 14/05/2020
The UAE's international humanitarian efforts to combat coronavirus continue
ABU DHABI - The United Arab Emirates has supplied more than 500 tonnes of global medical and food assistance to several countries that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic, according to state news agency WAM.
Belarus is the latest country to benefit from UAE aid after receiving seven tonnes of medical supplies.
Ahmed Mohammed Manqoosh Alteneiji, UAE Ambassador to Belarus, said “the UAE has stood firmly on the side of all countries working to put an end to the COVID-19 pandemic.”
“Our country has sent a message of unity to the world, demonstrating that solidarity must go beyond words and extend to concrete action,” said A.lteneiji
“With today’s delivery, the UAE has now successfully delivered more than 500 metric tons of medical and food assistance to dozens of countries around the world, illustrating our commitment to defeating this virus together,” he added.
The UAE has so far sent over 523 tonnes of aid to 47 countries, including Syria and Iran, as part of its international humanitarian action to help countries combat the pandemic.