Kuwait City, August 18, 2025 – In recognition of World Humanitarian Day on August 19, the Kuwait Red Crescent Society (KRCS) reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to fostering humanitarian awareness and upholding universal values, stating that humanitarianism is deeply rooted in Kuwaiti culture and a hallmark of its global identity.

Chairman Khaled Al‑Maqamis—speaking to KUNA—highlighted the significance of this day as an opportunity to honor the dedication of humanitarian workers and volunteers, spotlight pressing humanitarian challenges, and rally global support to address emerging crises arabtimes.

He expressed heartfelt appreciation for the sacrifices of KRCS volunteers and staff, underscoring the organization’s role in spreading humanitarian values and enhancing community understanding of relief work’s importance arabtimes+3arabtimes+3arabtimes+3.

Al‑Maqamis also reaffirmed Kuwait’s reputation in international relief efforts, noting that the nation’s humanitarian aid—delivered through both governmental and non-governmental channels—has strengthened its global standing in relief and development arabtimes+2arabtimes+2.

In the spirit of international solidarity, he emphasized the escalating global need for cooperation with the United Nations and other partnerships, particularly in light of growing crises and natural disasters arabtimes.

He provided an overview of KRCS’s current humanitarian engagements, including emergency assistance to nations impacted by conflict or disaster—such as Palestine, Yemen, Syria, Lebanon, Sudan, and Türkiye. Aid initiatives have included food parcels, shelter provisions, and sustainable development projects aimed at rehabilitating and rebuilding affected communities arabtimes+3arabtimes+3arabtimes+3.

Chairman Al‑Maqamis concluded by reaffirming KRCS’s resolve to continue its humanitarian mission, guided by the principles of generosity and solidarity that define Kuwait’s ethos. He emphasized that humanitarian efforts are both a moral imperative and a noble pursuit that transcends physical and political boundaries arabtimes.