Cairo, December 2, 2024 – His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, arrived today in the Arab Republic of Egypt to lead the Kingdom’s delegation at the Cairo Ministerial Conference on Humanitarian Assistance for Gaza. The high-level conference, hosted in Cairo, brings together key global and regional leaders to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza and coordinate efforts to provide urgent assistance to the Palestinian people.
Prince Faisal bin Farhan is accompanied by a distinguished delegation, including Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Adviser to the Royal Court and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre. Dr. Al Rabeeah’s participation highlights Saudi Arabia’s active role in providing humanitarian relief and supporting initiatives aimed at alleviating the suffering of those affected by the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
The Cairo Ministerial Conference focuses on enhancing the international and regional humanitarian response to the Gaza Strip. The discussions will center on finding effective ways to ensure the timely and unimpeded delivery of essential humanitarian aid, which is critical in addressing the immediate needs of the Palestinian people. The conference will also explore long-term solutions to help mitigate the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which has been exacerbated by the ongoing conflict.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting humanitarian efforts in the region, and this participation underscores Saudi Arabia’s leadership in advocating for the welfare of Palestinians. The Saudi delegation’s engagement at the Cairo conference is part of the Kingdom’s broader efforts to coordinate international and regional support for humanitarian relief and peacebuilding initiatives in the Middle East.
As the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, the discussions at the Cairo Ministerial Conference are expected to focus on practical measures to improve the delivery of aid, ensure the protection of civilians, and provide relief to those most in need. The outcome of this meeting is anticipated to be a critical step forward in mobilizing the international community to provide immediate relief and lay the foundation for long-term recovery efforts in Gaza.