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Tribune News Network
Doha
Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Libya's Sheikh Taher Azzawi Charity Organization (STACO) as a legal framework for common humanitarian action for the needy in Libya.
The MoU was signed by QRCS Executive Director Youssef Ahmed al Hammadi and STACO Chairman Engineer Salem Ramadan.
Hammadi welcomed the guests and emphasised the strong bilateral ties between Arab humanitarians who work to serve the victims of crises, particularly in the war-torn Libya, where the protracted conflict took its heavy toll on lives, economy and security.
"We, in QRCS, hold an open approach, ready to cooperate with all humanitarian peers. Qatar is there for the victims of conflicts and disasters everywhere. The agreement is a step forward in this regard," he said.
Ramadan said,"We are happy to cooperate with QRCS in the humanitarian relief for Libyan people. I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the Emir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani for his constant support for the Libyan people."
"We should remember Ali Hassan al Jabir, who martyred while working in Benghazi as a reporter during the Libyan Revolt of 2011. The contributions by QRCS for all the Libyan people without discrimination are highly admired. It reflects its firm belief in the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement," he added.
According to the agreement, both parties will work together in shared humanitarian operations, conferences, workshops and third-party partnerships, as well as exchange of experience and information.
Besides, a joint planning and follow-up committee would be formed.
Established in 2011, STACO is a non-government, non-profit and independent organisation that is focused on charity work and development of societies. Its scope of work covers sustainable development, helping low-income individuals and humanitarian aid for emergency victims without discrimination or prejudice.
The organisation is a member of several regional and international platforms, including the International Council of Voluntary Agencies (IVCA), the African Commission on Human and Peoples' Rights (ACHPR), the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the African Union and Sphere Project for Human Charter and Minimum Standards in Humanitarian Response.
