Beijing, May 30, 2024 – In a significant diplomatic and humanitarian gesture, China has announced a substantial donation aimed at alleviating the dire situation in the Gaza Strip. The Chinese government will provide three million dollars to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) to support urgent humanitarian aid efforts in Gaza.
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"The suffering of civilians in the Gaza Strip must stop," a spokesperson for the Chinese government declared in a statement. "We will provide urgent additional aid to UNRWA to help address the immediate needs of those affected by the ongoing conflict."
This announcement underscores China's growing involvement in Middle Eastern affairs and its commitment to international humanitarian efforts. The donation is expected to provide much-needed relief to the civilians in Gaza, who have been enduring severe hardships due to ongoing hostilities and a blockade that has restricted access to essential goods and services.
In addition to the humanitarian aid, China reiterated its political stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The spokesperson reaffirmed China's support for the establishment of a Palestinian state, emphasizing that it should be based on the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital. This position aligns with longstanding international resolutions and the aspirations of the Palestinian people.
"We support the establishment of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital on the 1967 borders," the statement continued, highlighting China's commitment to a two-state solution as a means to achieve lasting peace and stability in the region.
China's pledge of financial support and its clear political message come at a critical time, as the international community continues to seek ways to address the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and revive peace negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians. The Chinese contribution to UNRWA will aid in providing essential services such as food, medical care, and education to Palestinian refugees.
UNRWA, which has been operating in the region for decades, welcomed the donation. The agency has been facing significant financial challenges, exacerbated by recent escalations in violence and a chronic shortage of funding. The additional resources from China are expected to bolster UNRWA's capacity to deliver aid and support to those in desperate need.
As the situation in Gaza remains precarious, China's intervention is a reminder of the urgent need for international cooperation and solidarity to address humanitarian crises and promote peace.
