Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
01/15/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/14/2026 23:15
UAE Provides USD 1.5 Million in Voluntary Contributions to OHCHR to Support UN Human Rights Programs
UAE Provides USD 1.5 Million in Voluntary Contributions to OHCHR to Support UN Human Rights Programs
Thu 15/1/2026
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Geneva - The United Arab Emirates has provided USD 1.5 million in Voluntaryfinancial contributions to support the activities and programs of the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR).
The contribution reflects the UAE's continued engagement with the United Nations human rights system and its support for the work of OHCHR in promoting and protecting human rights worldwide.
The funding will support OHCHR's programs and activities, in line with its mandate, including its humanitarian action, and contribute to efforts to advance the rights of children, elderly, women, and people of determination. It will also support OHCHR's work in strengthening international human rights mechanisms and in providing assistance and cooperation to Member States.
The UAE's contribution underscores its commitment to constructive cooperation with the United Nations and its support for international efforts aimed at advancing human rights and strengthening international cooperation in this field.
The contribution reflects the UAE's continued engagement with the United Nations human rights system and its support for the work of OHCHR in promoting and protecting human rights worldwide.
The funding will support OHCHR's programs and activities, in line with its mandate, including its humanitarian action, and contribute to efforts to advance the rights of children, elderly, women, and people of determination. It will also support OHCHR's work in strengthening international human rights mechanisms and in providing assistance and cooperation to Member States.
The UAE's contribution underscores its commitment to constructive cooperation with the United Nations and its support for international efforts aimed at advancing human rights and strengthening international cooperation in this field.
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