Switzerland donates 2.6 million to Afghanistan
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) in Afghanistan announced that Switzerland has contributed 2.3 million Swiss francs (approximately 2.6 million USD) to the Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund.
OCHA expressed gratitude for Switzerland’s donation in a statement posted on Monday, January 13, on its social media platform. It welcomed the support, emphasizing the potential impact of this aid on those in need.
OCHA expressed hope that Switzerland’s contribution will bring “real change for people in need in Afghanistan,” especially as the country faces worsening conditions with the onset of winter.
Several international humanitarian organizations have warned of rising poverty and an increasing need for aid in Afghanistan as temperatures drop. The situation has exacerbated vulnerabilities across the country.
According to OCHA statistics, 22.9 million people in Afghanistan will require humanitarian assistance in 2025, with an estimated budget of 2.24 billion USD needed to address their needs effectively.
Recently, OCHA also announced a donation of 1.1 million USD from Spain, aimed at providing critical humanitarian aid to Afghanistan.
The World Food Programme has expressed concern over Afghanistan’s deepening economic crisis, highlighting that millions of people in the country urgently require assistance.
OCHA also recognized Switzerland as a longstanding donor, noting that since 2016, the country has contributed over 20 million USD to the Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund.
The increasing financial contributions from countries like Switzerland and Spain are crucial for addressing Afghanistan’s growing humanitarian needs. However, sustained international support is essential to meet the long-term challenges.
As Afghanistan grapples with a worsening economic crisis and harsh winter conditions, global collaboration and resource mobilization are vital to prevent further deterioration and to provide immediate relief to millions in need.
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