The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Coveney T.D. today announced a contribution of €6 million by Ireland to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).

This funding will assist UNRWA in addressing the humanitarian and development needs of 5.7 million Palestine refugees across UNRWA’s five fields of operation in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip.

Announcing the contribution, Minister Simon Coveney T.D. said:

Generations of Palestinian families have grown-up in refugee camps, living in poverty and facing incredible hardships. The work of UNRWA is a lifeline for millions of Palestinians. It provides critical services, such as healthcare, education, humanitarian relief and social services. Ireland is proud to be a committed partner of UNRWA. This funding will allow Palestinian families to continue to access services they so desperately need.

The Minister of State for Overseas Development Aid and Diaspora, Colm Brophy T.D. added:

It is so important that Ireland continues to stand firmly behind UNRWA and the critical work they do for Palestinian refugees. Ireland’s funding will support the delivery of essential services to over 5.7 million Palestine refugees. I want to pay tribute to UNRWA’s dedicated staff, who continue to operate in exceptionally difficult circumstances. Without their dedication, millions of Palestinians would not have access to education, healthcare and other supports. Ireland is proud to play its role in ensuring these vital services can be provided for Palestinian refugees.

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