Foreign Minister Abdullah Shahid has raised his concerns on the escalating conflict in Yemen and urged all parties to declare a ceasefire in the wake of widespread famine and forced displacement.
He made these comments at the High-level Pledging Event for the Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen 2020.
He said that currently, more than 24 million Yemenis are dependent on external aid to survive in extreme poverty, deprived of the most basic and essential services that are key to a dignified life.
He drew attention to the link between peace in Yemen, stability in the Middle East, and solidarity within the Islamic Ummah.
He further underscored the importance of establishing a unified global response that prioritizes the needs of the people of Yemen and assured the unwavering support of the Maldives towards alleviating the humanitarian crisis.
The High-level Pledging Event for the Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen 2020 was held to raise awareness on the severe humanitarian crisis in Yemen, mobilize resources for the humanitarian response and promote respect for international humanitarian law and human rights.
The Event witnessed generous pledges from several UN Member States in the presence of international financial institutions, leading UN agencies and humanitarian NGOs.
