Parliament: Palestinian Humanitarian Trust Fund managed transparently

Malaysia has affirmed its commitment to the transparent management of funds designated for Palestinians, ensuring that all contributions reach their intended recipients in Gaza. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan, addressed concerns regarding the Palestinian People's Humanitarian Trust Fund (AAKRP), stating that its operations are meticulously overseen.

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The government ensures that every aid contribution truly reaches the Palestinian people by channeling it directly to international humanitarian agencies.

"The government ensures that every aid contribution truly reaches the Palestinian people by channeling it directly to international humanitarian agencies," Mohamad explained. He specifically mentioned the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) and the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) as key partners in this effort. He noted that while land routes into Gaza were previously restricted, they have now reopened, facilitating the delivery of substantial aid, including food supplies.

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Food aid in large quantities has also been sent. Previously there were constraints in bringing supplies into Gaza, but now the land route has been reopened.

Despite limitations on the number of containers allowed into Gaza daily, Malaysian aid has been successfully transported through collaboration with partners in Egypt. Mohamad highlighted that medical supplies and hospital equipment are among the most urgent needs due to the widespread destruction in Gaza, where hospitals, schools, mosques, and churches have been damaged or destroyed. Many Palestinians are sheltering in tents along the coast, which have also faced attacks.

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Hospitals have been destroyed, schools destroyed, mosques and churches also destroyed. Many Palestinians are forced to take shelter in coastal areas under tents, but these areas are also continuously targeted by the Israeli Zionist regime.

Mohamad reassured the public that the trust fund is managed under strict supervision by the Secretary-General of the Ministry and audited by the Auditor General before periodic reports are presented to the Cabinet. He urged the public not to worry about the fund's management, emphasizing its integrity and the rigorous oversight in place.

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Do not worry about the management of the fund, because it is managed with strict monitoring.