The UAE’s Dh370 Billion Humanitarian Legacy: Building a Global Model for Compassion

The UAE’s humanitarian record has reached unprecedented scale — over Dh370 billion in aid distributed across more than 100 countries, directly impacting one billion people. This achievement reflects the nation’s core belief that giving is not an act of charity, but a duty that defines its identity and leadership on the global stage.

Rooted in the legacy of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and carried forward by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s humanitarian vision is built on three pillars: responsibility, collaboration, and capacity.

Today, the UAE hosts over 80 international aid organizations, including the International Humanitarian City in Dubai — the largest logistics hub for global relief operations. The country’s rapid coordination during the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as its ongoing operations in Gaza, Yemen, and Pakistan, illustrate a model of humanitarian efficiency and partnership that few nations can match.

The UAE’s message to the world remains clear: true progress is measured by how we uplift others.

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