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Assistant Secretary Richard (Feb. 9): "Alone, the United States cannot meet all of the world’s humanitarian needs. But our investment in these organizations generates contributions from other donors. And together, we are better placed to meet these urgent needs. In this way, we improve the effectiveness of our response." More»
Assistant Secretary Richard (Feb. 6): "It took a lot of coordination for their route to actually open up and be able to get that very large convoy on its way, but they ended up delivering 2,000 tents and 12,000 blankets to Syrians in need." Full Text»
Assistant Secretary Richard (Jan. 30): "The International Community must be united in addressing the enormity of humanitarian needs. Today is an important opportunity to commit funds for the people of Syria whose lives have been so deeply affected by this crisis." Full Text»
Minister Counselor Terri Robl (Jan. 29): "Let me underscore the deep commitment of the United States to maternal health and access to reproductive health services worldwide, and our desire for close continuing cooperation with UNFPA’s leadership and staff, along with all stakeholders, on these pressing issues." Full Text»
Jan. 29: President Obama announced an additional $155 million in humanitarian aid to help meet the acute needs of people inside Syria and refugees across the region. This new funding includes the $10 million announced by the delegation during their visit in Turkey. This brings the United States’ total humanitarian response to the Syria crisis to $365 million to date. More» White House blog» Arabic translation (PDF)»
Assistant Secretary Richard (Jan. 25): "They are not alone, they are supported by the United States and the American funding is coming through international organizations, to reach them, and to help them, and to help their compatriots. We need more countries to step forward and also help that's really the goal of the Kuwait pledging conference." Full Text»