As part of the ongoing humanitarian efforts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to support the brotherly Sudanese people, the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Aid to implement its urgent relief programs, as the center distributed 700 food baskets targeting the most needy and displaced families in Berber locality of the River Nile State in the Republic of Sudan.
Details of aid and beneficiaries
This aid comes as part of the "Sudan Support" project, and the convoy successfully reached those in need. A total of 4,550 individuals from families facing difficult living conditions due to the current situation benefited from this distribution. This rapid intervention aims to provide food security and address the food gap faced by thousands of displaced families who have sought refuge in River Nile State.
The Saudi air and sea bridge: figures and facts
This aid is not an isolated event, but rather part of a long history of Saudi generosity. Since the outbreak of the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, the Saudi leadership has directed the establishment of both an air and a sea bridge to transport urgent aid. Official statistics indicate the arrival of:
- 13 relief planes loaded with various types of aid.
- 60 ships transported thousands of tons of food, shelter and medical supplies.
This aid has covered multiple vital sectors, including food, shelter, health, environmental sanitation, and community support, in addition to supporting humanitarian operations and field volunteer programs.
Size of financial support and international agreements
The total value of aid provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through its humanitarian arm, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center, to the Sudanese people has exceeded US$125,566,000 . The Center has not only implemented aid directly, but has also signed numerous joint agreements with UN and international organizations to ensure that aid reaches those in need across various Sudanese states, reflecting the Kingdom's commitment to international standards in humanitarian work.
Context of the crisis and the importance of the Nile River State
This aid is of particular strategic importance given the location of River Nile State, which has become a major destination for displaced people fleeing conflict zones in Khartoum and elsewhere. The increasing population pressure on these relatively safe states poses a significant challenge in providing basic resources, making the interventions of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center a cornerstone in supporting the stability of host communities and alleviating the suffering of displaced people.
This continued support embodies the depth of the fraternal and historical relations that bind the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Republic of Sudan, and affirms the Kingdom’s leading role in responding to humanitarian crises at the regional and international levels, in an effort to alleviate the suffering of the brotherly Sudanese people.
