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The six Gulf Cooperation Council countries provided $6.1 billion in humanitarian relief during 2025, according to a report issued for World Humanitarian Day on Aug. 19.

The GCC Statistical Center said the figure represented about 21.7% of total relief assistance worldwide. It linked the aid to support for humanitarian workers and people dependent on assistance for food, healthcare and protection, as well as to broader humanitarian solidarity during crises.

The report said Gulf assistance extended beyond immediate emergency needs. It also supported recovery, stability and sustainable development in affected communities. Basic services accounted for 77.8% of total aid, covering health, early recovery, services, water, governance, the environment and the reintegration of displaced people, as well as education and food security.

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This indicator reflects the growing Gulf role in the humanitarian and relief work system at the international level.

Health received the largest share, at 33.4%, followed by early recovery at 23.2%, food security at 15.3% and education at 7%. Other sectors accounted for 22.1%.

The GCC Statistical Center said the figures showed the breadth of the Gulf contribution to humanitarian work. The center, established in 2011 and based in Oman, serves as the approved source for data and statistics related to the six GCC countries.

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These figures confirm the broad scope of the Gulf contribution to humanitarian work, combining urgent relief with supporting recovery, capacity building, and basic services, thereby strengthening the ability of affected communities to overcome crises and restore long-term stability.