Abu Dhabi
[
UAE
On March 25 (ANI/WAM), in accordance with the guidelines set by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan,
UAE
has provided a financial grant totaling $64.5 million to
Al-Makassed Hospital
in
East Jerusalem
The objective of the grant is to fund operational costs, medical personnel, and improvements to the facilities.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who serves as the Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and Fallen Heroes’ Affairs and chairs the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council, reiterated his commitment to the cause.
UAE
‘ dedication to aiding every sector of the Palestinian community.
He emphasized the significant interest and steadfast backing of President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan towards the Palestinian people, noting this commitment.
UAE
continues to back the
healthcare
across Palestinian territories in collaboration with international organizations, especially the World Health Organization (WHO)
WHO
).
They also stressed that the
UAE
remained dedicated to empowering
healthcare
professionals to upgrade Palestinian
healthcare
organizations and fulfill the ambitions of the Palestinian people.
Tareq Ahmed Al-Ameri, Chairperson of the
UAE
Aid Agency, said, “The
UAE
works alongside global organizations and local bodies to enhance
healthcare
services in
East Jerusalem
, Gaza, and other key regions.
Al-Makassed Hospital
in
East Jerusalem
serves as an essential healthcare center, focusing on heart operations, pediatric and orthopedic departments, medical studies, and all-encompassing care
healthcare
services.”
Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, who serves as the Director-General
WHO
, stated, ”
WHO
expresses gratitude to the United Arab Emirates for supporting Al Makassed Hospital, enabling it to keep delivering crucial medical services.
UAE
‘Support enables it to be possible for
WHO
To supply the hospital with critically needed medications and equipment, enhance its diagnostic imaging capabilities, upgrade the obstetrics and gynecology unit, and assist in training more than 100 residents across eleven specialties.”
Omar Abu Zayda, the Chief Executive Officer of
Al-Makassed Hospital
, conveyed his thanks to the
UAE
For their ongoing support of the hospital. “The
UAE
His steadfast dedication to backing the Palestinians
healthcare
This sector enables us to maintain our operations and fulfill our responsibilities effectively.
“The
UAE
His support means a lot to us as Palestinians. Since its establishment by the late Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the organization has been crucial.
UAE
Has always supported the Palestinian people, especially those in Jerusalem. We find pride in this commitment.
UAE
His steadfast, historical, and continuous commitment to backing Jerusalem’s institutions and enhancing
healthcare
“particularly focusing on services for women and children,” he added.
Al-Makassed Hospital
in
East Jerusalem
Was officially opened in 1968 with a starting capacity of 20 beds. Nowadays, it has grown to accommodate more than 250 beds and boasts around 950 healthcare and administrative personnel.
The facility additionally provides a specialized residency program for medical education, encompassing 13 different fields of medicine recognized by both the Palestinian Medical Council and the Jordanian Medical Council. Over 540 specialist physicians have completed their training through this initiative.
Al-Makassed Hospital
caters to more than 66,000 patients across Jerusalem, the West Bank, and Gaza. (ANI/WAM)
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