UAE pledges $10 million to support DRC humanitarian efforts

November 01, 2025 / 5:23 PM

Sharjah 24 – WAM: Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, participated in the Conference for Peace and Prosperity in the Great Lakes region, held in Paris, France. The event brought together several countries, along with international and regional organisations, to explore ways of enhancing humanitarian response and development efforts in the region, particularly in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

UAE pledges $10 million for humanitarian support

Following the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE announced a US$10 million pledge during the conference to support joint humanitarian initiatives and meet the needs of those affected in the eastern DRC and neighboring countries, in cooperation with international partners and UN agencies.

UAE’s commitment to humanitarian efforts

In his remarks, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan reaffirmed the UAE’s unwavering commitment to alleviating humanitarian suffering and promoting stability and development across Africa. He highlighted that the UAE’s pledge reflects a policy of humanitarian solidarity, extending support to communities impacted by crises.

Appreciation for host countries and internationalc

Sheikh Shakhboot expressed the UAE’s appreciation to the French Republic and the Togolese Republic for organising the conference. He emphasised the importance of unifying international efforts to ensure a more effective and comprehensive response to the region’s humanitarian and development challenges.

Strengthening peace and prosperity in Africa

The UAE’s participation demonstrates its dedication to constructive diplomacy and international partnership. It also underscores the country’s ongoing commitment, under the leadership of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to support initiatives that consolidate peace and prosperity across the African continent.