The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is currently active in more than 90 countries around the world, in collaboration with the staff and volunteers of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. In 2026, it continues to fulfill its mission to promote the protection of people affected by armed conflict and other
On 28.10.2025, Hurricane Melissa (Category 5 storm) hit the southwestern coast of Jamaica, causing major destruction and extensive damage including in rural and tourist areas. Economic losses are estimated at 28–32% of 2024 GDP, with a short-term reduction in production of 8–13%. A total of 1.6 million people have been affected, more than 100,000 homes
In 2025, total Official Development Assistance (ODA) provided by members of the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the OECD amounted to USD 174.3 billion, representing a 23.1% decrease in real terms compared to 2024. This figure corresponds to 0.26% of their combined Gross National Income (GNI), down from 0.34% in 2024. This marks the largest
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A significant boost to Moldova’s healthcare system comes with the upgrade of 22 modern gynecological offices across 11 primary healthcare facilities, with a decisive contribution from Greece. The initiative aims to reduce inequalities in access to medical services, especially in vulnerable and remote areas. The program is being implemented by the Ministry of Health of
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Approximately 9.6 million people in Venezuela are in need of urgent humanitarian assistance, while 40% of the population faces severe food insecurity. The WFP’s School Based Programme, one of its most important actions in Venezuela, provides school meals and food rations for the poor. Greece contributed 50,000 euros to the World Food Programme (WFP), for
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In 2024, Greece contributed an amount of EUR 50,000 to the International Organization for Migration (IOM) to address the humanitarian crisis in South Sudan. According to the relevant IOM impact assessment report, the Greek contribution supported the provision of essential primary health care services to vulnerable populations in the city of Wau, improved access to
In 2025, within the framework of global efforts to combat hunger and poverty, and taking into account its status as a member of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, Greece contributed a total amount of EUR 1,300,000 through multilateral channels, as follows: • To the World Food Programme (WFP), for its actions in Afghanistan,
In 2025, within the framework of global efforts to implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda, one thematic priority of Greece’s international development cooperation was the comprehensive coverage of the health-related needs of its partner countries (in alignment with SDG 3 – “Good Health and Well-being”). This was pursued through multilateral contributions
An important initiative of international outreach and cross-border cooperation, promoting the exchange of knowledge and the provision of high-quality maternal care services across the Balkans, was the on-site practical training held at the Simulation Laboratory of the Department of Midwifery. The training took place within the framework of the English-language lifelong learning programme “Advanced Clinical Skills
Peer Reviews constitute a useful tool of the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC) for promoting accountability among donor member countries and fostering mutual learning. In this context, on Tuesday, 2 December 2025, a Mid-Term Review of Greece’s development co-operation system and policy was carried out by the DAC/OECD, of which Greece has been a member since
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