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Kuwait Relief Society distributes 100 tons of food aid in Sudan

PORT SUDAN: The Kuwait Relief Society, in cooperation with Al-Ihsan Charity Society, on Saturday launched the distribution of 100 tons of food aid in 2,000 baskets to displaced people in Kassala State, eastern Sudan. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Kassala Deputy Governor Omar Osman, Humanitarian Aid Commissioner Idris Ali and Director of Al-Ihsan Society Idris Hamid Kassala.

Deputy Governor Omar Osman Adam expressed his deep appreciation to Kuwait praising its supportive stances towards Sudan and its continuous support for its brothers. He stressed the depth of the brotherly relations between the Sudanese and Kuwaitis and commended the efforts of humanitarian organizations for their prominent role in this field.

Kassala State Humanitarian Aid Commissioner Idris Ali praised the food baskets project, stressing that it came at the right time to meet the needs of those affected. He also expressed his thanks and appreciation to all brothers in the Gulf states, as well as friendly countries, for their solidarity and support for the Sudanese who suffered from the scourge of war. For his part, the Director of Al-Ihsan Society, Idris Hamid, expressed his deep gratitude to the partners in the Kuwait Relief Society, praising their firm and supportive stance towards the displaced in Sudan. — KUNA

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