Foreign Ministry Undersecretary for
Political Affairs Convenes with UNRWA Official in Cairo

Cairo, 8 September 2026 (ONA) — Sheikh
Khalifa bin Ali Al Harthy, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Political
Affairs, and Christian Saunders, Acting Commissioner-General of the
United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), today held
a meeting in Cairo on the sidelines of a ministerial session of the Arab League
Council.

The two sides discussed the current
humanitarian situation in the occupied Palestinian territories, the operational
and financial challenges posed to the UN agency and ways to enhance joint
cooperation in a manner that secures the supply of essential services to
Palestinian refugees.

Al Harthy affirmed the Sultanate of
Oman’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause. He underscored the vital
role of the UNRWA in supporting humanitarian stability in the region. He stressed
the need for concerted Arab and international efforts to provide the UNRWA with
necessary backing to enable the agency to carry out its duties without
obstacles.

For his part, the Acting Commissioner-General
of the UNRWA expressed his deep appreciation for the Sultanate of Oman’s constant
support for humanitarian issues. He commended Oman’s active role in supporting
United Nations programmes and relief initiatives aimed to serve the Palestinian
people.

— Ends/Bishara