UAE commends Sudan’s decision to open Adre Border for humanitarian aid

In collaboration with the UN and five other countries, the UAE has praised Sudan's decision to allow humanitarian aid to pass through the Adre border crossing. This move, facilitated by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), has been welcomed as a "critical step for saving lives and preventing the spread of famine”.

In a joint statement, the UAE, along with the US, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the African Union, and the UN, expressed optimism regarding this development. "We look forward to seeing the first convoys cross in the coming days," the statement read. It also urged the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to "take immediate steps to ensure that the aid groups entering through the Adre border are provided safety, unfettered humanitarian access, and operational independence from armed and political actors”.

The joint effort emphasizes the need for swift action to deliver aid across Sudan and Darfur, ensuring "safe and unhindered passage to the people in need, regardless of which party controls territory”.

"The expansion of humanitarian assistance is a top priority for the members of the international community gathered in Switzerland. The facilitation of humanitarian access and civilian protection is consistent with the parties' commitments under the Jeddah declarations and obligations under international humanitarian law”, the statement concluded.