The Government of Thailand has decided to make a special contribution of US$50,000 in response to the UNRWA Gaza 2024 Flash Appeal to provide life-saving support to Palestine refugees, in addition to the special contribution of US$80,000 made in October last year in response to the UNRWA 90-day Flash Appeal in Gaza. .

Today, Thursday, the Thai Ambassador to Jordan, Supark Prongthura, and the accompanying delegation informed the UNRWA Affairs Office in Jordan of the Thai government’s decision to donate, which UNRWA welcomed, saying: Their essential and timely funding contribution allows UNRWA to provide vital services in the coming months to Palestinian refugees. affected people.

She added, “We are grateful for Thailand’s contribution at this critical time, in response to the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip. This aid will allow us to urgently purchase water, food and medical supplies for the people in the Gaza Strip. The Government of Thailand has been a major humanitarian supporter of UNRWA and we are proud to be Their partner in serving Palestine refugees in this hour of need.”

“Your contributions will directly save lives,” said Olaf Becker, Director of UNRWA Affairs in Jordan.

Through its ambassador to Jordan, Thailand praised UNRWA for its dedicated efforts in leading the humanitarian cause in the Gaza Strip and outside it, and appealed to the international community and all stakeholders to resume funding and continue effective support for UNRWA.

It also reiterated the call on all parties to fully comply with their obligations under international law and relevant UN Security Council resolutions, in particular with regard to an immediate ceasefire, the release of all remaining hostages, including 6 Thai nationals, and the protection of civilians and refugees. and protect humanitarian workers, UN personnel, facilities and assets.”