Saudi Gazette report

NEW YORK — Dr. Abdullah Al-Rabeeah, advisor at the Royal Court and supervisor general of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), underscored on Monday Saudi Arabia's efforts to eradicate polio during an event on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

Dr. Al-Rabeeah highlighted the Kingdom's $500 million contribution through KSrelief to the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI), which underlines Saudi Arabia’s commitment to this vital mission. He noted that the Kingdom has remained polio-free for the past 30 years. “KSrelief has implemented more than 3,000 health projects worldwide, delivering positive results in strengthening local health systems, empowering women leaders in the health sector, and fostering community trust,” he said.

Dr. Al-Rabeeah emphasized the importance of fieldwork, including delivering vaccines to remote areas, supporting clinics in conflict zones, and training healthcare workers.

The KSrelief chief affirmed that Saudi Arabia is committed not only to financial support but also to providing technical and operational expertise through KSrelief to ensure the eradication of polio and safeguard every child.