EU Provides Euro 2.1 billion in 2016 Helping over 120 Million People in over 80 Countries Around the World

High Representative/Vice-President Federica Mogherini and Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management Christos Stylianides

Brussels, MINA – Last year, the EU provided Euro 2.1 billion helping over 120 million people in over 80 countries around the world.

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In a statement carried by WAM on the World Humanitarian Day highlighting the EU’s strong global humanitarian contribution, the European Commission said this was the largest ever EU humanitarian aid budget to help those most in need. The Commission also helps those affected by crises both within and outside EU, such as for the ongoing forest fires in Europe.

High Representative/Vice-President Federica Mogherini and Commissioner for Humanitarian Aid and Crisis Management Christos Stylianides, have issued a statement commending the efforts of humanitarian workers worldwide and paying tribute to those killed whilst working to save others.

“We live in a world increasingly marked by countless attacks and violence against innocent people globally. This should never become the new normal, something we leave unchallenged. Humanitarian workers who risk their lives to save others are often the targets.

“We saw this last week in Central African Republic or in Syria countless times. We pay tribute to and honour all those who risk their lives while bringing assistance to victims of wars and natural disasters worldwide. Humanitarian workers should be able to operate freely, to help those that need it most.” (T/RS5/RS1)

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