Canada announced Sunday it will provide CAN$50 million ($38.2 million) for humanitarian aid in Palestine.
In a written statement, Canadian Development Minister Marie-Claude Bibeau said: 'Canada is committed to addressing the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable Palestinians.'
The statement came during Bibeau’s visit to Israel and in the Israeli-occupied West Bank from July 25 to 29, 2018.
Highlighting that peace is necessary for a two-state solution, Bibeau said: 'The fresh support for Palestinians focuses on urgent humanitarian needs and on economic growth'
A total of CAN$12.65 million ($9.7 million) will be allocated to the projects for food security, health, protection, and economic needs, as well as supporting survivors of gender-based violence.
Also, CAN$37.7 million ($28.9 million) will be allocated to projects that will increase economic opportunities for Palestinians, particularly women and youth, by supporting their economic empowerment, entrepreneurship and employment.
By Faruk Zorlu in Ottowa
Anadolu Agency
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