The Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development (KFAED) today lit its headquarters blue in solidarity with refugees worldwide, reaffirming its humanitarian commitment and emphasizing the importance of international cooperation to alleviate their suffering on World Refugee Day.

Key Highlights:

• Symbolic Gesture: Blue illumination represents UN refugee agency colors

• Strategic Partnerships: Collaboration with UNHCR, UNRWA, and UNICEF

• Health Initiatives: Support for cancer centers in Lebanon/Jordan

• Historic Commitment: Kuwait among top global refugee aid donors

Executive Statement:
Acting Director General Waleed Al-Bahar stated:
"Kuwait and KFAED have an established legacy of supporting refugees through UN agencies and international organizations. Our current partnerships include:"

1. UN Collaborations:

   • UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

   • UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)

   • UNICEF

2. Health Programs:

   • Children's Cancer Center Lebanon

   • King Hussein Cancer Foundation Jordan

   • Kuwait Red Crescent Society

3. Targeted Aid:

   • Syrian refugee settlements

   • Palestinian refugee camps

   • Rohingya displacement crisis

Humanitarian Philosophy:
Al-Bahar emphasized:
"Our agreements focus on sustainable living conditions and healthcare – this reflects Kuwait's historic dedication to dignified refugee support through diverse global initiatives."

World Refugee Day Context:

• Annual UN observance (June 20)

• Honors resilience of 103 million displaced worldwide

• Aligns with Kuwait's $2.1B+ refugee assistance since 2013

Forward Commitment:
The Fund pledged to:
✓ Expand health/education infrastructure
✓ Strengthen international coordination
✓ Develop new displacement response programs