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Published on 2024-04-16 09:39:11
On April 15, 2024, French President Emmanuel Macron announced that donors had pledged over 2 billion Euros to aid Sudan, a country that had been ravaged by war for a year. The pledge came at the end of an international humanitarian conference organized by France, Germany, and the European Union in Paris.
The European Union committed to providing 350 million Euros, while France and Germany pledged 110 million Euros and 244 million Euros, respectively. The United States also pledged support with 147 million dollars, and Britain pledged 110 million dollars. Macron stated that this support would be used to address urgent needs in areas such as food and nutritional security, water, sanitation, education, and the protection of the most vulnerable populations in Sudan.
The conference aimed to bring attention back to the conflict in Sudan and to strengthen the humanitarian response to the crisis. Macron called on the warring parties to agree to a ceasefire to allow aid workers to reach civilians in conflict-affected areas and to open borders for the delivery of humanitarian aid.
Participants at the conference included ministers and representatives from 58 states, neighboring countries, regional organizations such as the African Union, the IGAD, and the League of Arab States, as well as UN agencies and the UN Envoy for Sudan. The conflict in Sudan has resulted in over 9 million people being displaced from their homes, with 25 million people in need of assistance. The country is facing a potential hunger crisis, with the UN warning of the risk of famine this year, affecting an estimated 18 million people.
In addition to the international conference, a meeting was held in Paris with Sudanese civil forces to discuss the ongoing crisis and how they could contribute to ending the war and securing international humanitarian assistance. The meeting brought together leaders from various political forces, tribal and religious leaders, and civil society groups. The participants agreed to set aside their differences and work together to stop the war and prevent famine in Sudan. They also agreed to reconvene with more representatives from different political groups for further discussions on the conflict and the future of the country.
Overall, the international community’s pledge of over 2 billion Euros in aid signifies a significant step towards addressing the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and supporting the country in its recovery from the devastating effects of war. The commitment of various nations and organizations to providing assistance highlights the importance of international cooperation in responding to complex humanitarian emergencies.
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