Qatar’s humanitarian aid to Afghanistan to reach $50m

Doha: The State of Qatar reiterated yesterday its full solidarity with the people of Afghanistan and its continuous support till they achieve their legitimate demands for stability, security, peace and development.

This came in the statement of the State of Qatar delivered by Minister of State for Foreign Affairs H E Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi at the High-level Ministerial Meeting on the Humanitarian Situation in Afghanistan, which was held via video conference. The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs noted that the State of Qatar provided last week about 188 tonnes of urgent food and medical supplies, adding that Qatar’s financial contribution and assistance to support Afghanistan will reach $50m.