Dubai: Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Dubai Humanitarian (DXBH) facilitated the dispatch of a critical humanitarian relief shipment to Gaza. Through its Global Humanitarian Impact Fund (GHIF), Dubai Humanitarian enabled the overland transport of 22.3 metric tonnes of essential medical supplies via a convoy of three trucks.
According to Emirates News Agency, the shipment, carrying life-saving medical aid provided by the World Health Organisation (WHO), is set to support the urgent healthcare needs of approximately 110,000 people. Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Dubai Humanitarian, emphasized the organization's commitment to overcoming challenges and ensuring that critical assistance reaches communities affected by crises. He noted that despite mounting challenges and continued pressure on global supply chains, they are working closely with partners to deliver vital aid efficiently across complex environments.
Dubai Humanitarian remains fully operational and is actively mobilizing resources to respond effectively to global humanitarian needs. Through the GHIF, they are ensuring that aid reaches those who need it most, without delay. Since the beginning of the year, international humanitarian organizations based in Dubai Humanitarian have delivered aid to more than 40 countries. Dubai Humanitarian has supported these efforts through close coordination with government entities, humanitarian organizations, and commercial partners, leveraging its capacity to mobilize multimodal logistics solutions and sustain humanitarian supply chains in response to evolving global needs.