RIYADH: Saudi Arabia observed World Humanitarian Day, Aug. 19, by highlighting milestones in its charitable efforts abroad.
Through its humanitarian arm, KSrelief, the Kingdom has provided $141 billion in aid through 7,983 initiatives in 173 countries, according to a Saudi Press Agency report.
Dr. Samer Al-Jutaili, KSrelief’s official spokesperson, told Arab News: “Under the Kingdom's Vision 2030, we affirm that our work is focused on achieving development, as the Kingdom promotes global solidarity and supports humanitarian efforts to help individuals and communities, contributing to a more sustainable and prosperous future for all.”
Since its establishment on May 13, 2015, KSrelief has demonstrated Saudi Arabia’s commitment to humanitarian work abroad, operating with transparency and neutrality. It has carried out 3,612 relief projects in 108 countries, worth more than $8.141 billion.
In response to the Palestinian crisis, KSrelief established air and sea bridges that delivered more than 7,180 tonnes of food, medical, and shelter supplies via 58 aircraft and 8 ships.
