Sudanese PM thanks Saudi leadership for unlimited humanitarian support
RIYADH — Sudanese Prime Minister Dr. Kamil Idris thanked the government of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for their unlimited humanitarian support for the Sudanese people in light of the circumstances facing his country. He noted that this fraternal stance is an exemplary example of Arab and Islamic solidarity and a dedication to the principles of brotherhood and humanity.
The Sudanese leader commended the efforts of Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, advisor at the Royal Court and supervisor general of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), and the centre's ongoing support for Sudan, embodied by the sea bridge of medical aid. This included the dispatch of vital medical equipment and supplies, generators, and oxygen stations, in addition to the establishment of more than 40 treatment camps that have contributed to alleviating the suffering of thousands of patients and providing health services to those in need.
Idris indicated that Saudi Arabia's contributions through KSRelief are an extension of a solid historical relationship, as the centre's support represented approximately 60 percent of the total aid provided to Sudan through partners during the initial phase of the war. The Sudanese prime minister asked God Almighty to safeguard Saudi Arabia and its wise leadership and to reward them abundantly.
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