Riyadh: On the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, observed on October 17, Saudi Arabia's King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief) emphasizes its significant contributions to global humanitarian efforts. The center underscores the importance of international collaboration to alleviate the suffering of impoverished populations and support those affected by crises in their pursuit of a stable future.
According to Saudi Press Agency, since its inception in 2015, KSrelief has initiated 3,768 projects across 109 countries, with a total expenditure surpassing $8.206 billion. These projects have spanned various crucial sectors aimed at improving living conditions and mitigating poverty's impact, including food security, health, education, water and environmental sanitation, shelter, and early recovery.
KSrelief's commitment to eradicating poverty is evident in its implementation of 1,084 projects specifically targeting food security and nutrition, amounting to $2.401 billion. These essential initiatives have notably aided crisis-hit nations such as Yemen, Syria, and Somalia.
The center enhances its global impact by fostering cooperative relationships and forming international partnerships with United Nations organizations and worldwide humanitarian and relief agencies. These collaborations contribute to empowering vulnerable communities and supporting sustainable, comprehensive development.