UNRWA Director meets with Head of PLO Department of Refugee Affairs

Ramallah- Ma'an- Director of UNRWA Affairs in Lebanon Dr. Dorothee Klaus met today with Dr. Ahmad Abu Houli, member of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization and head of the Department of Refugee Affairs. The meeting was also attended by the Palestinian Ambassador to Lebanon Ashraf Dabbour and the head of the Lebanese-Palestinian Dialogue Committee Dr. Basil al-Hassan. The meeting discussed the situation and challenges facing Palestine refugees in Lebanon, in addition to UNRWA's activities. The discussion also touched on recent regional developments and the funding challenges facing UNRWA, especially since its current funding is secured until the end of September. Dr. Klaus highlighted the urgent need for sustained financial support to enable UNRWA to continue its vital operations in Lebanon. Dr. Ahmad Abu Houli stressed the importance of coordination and maintaining full funding for UNRWA in Lebanon in a manner that is adequately proportionate to the needs to provide full service c overage to all refugees. The meeting also addressed the situation in Ein el-Hilweh camp and the need to coordinate efforts to ensure a safe and peaceful learning environment for schoolchildren in the camp. Participants affirmed their commitment to supporting UNRWA's vital work and ensuring it receives the funding and support it needs to continue providing essential services to Palestine refugees. Source: Maan News Agency