By Robert Morgan

The embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Nicosia has prepared and distributed 300 food parcels for Ramadan, according to an embassy statement.

300 packages of basic needs were assembled as part of the project, overseen by UAE Ambassador Mohammed Saif Al Shehhi and in collaboration with the organisation Sharjah Charity International.

The food was given to families at the main mosque in the Mackenzie area of Larnaca. Recipient families expressed their appreciation of the UAE government and praised it for its humanitarian actions in various fields, the statement said.

“This assistance, given to meet the needs of families during the holy month of Ramadan, reflects the steadfast values ​​and approach of the UAE and its leadership, as the UAE was founded in a spirit of cooperation and brotherhood,” the ambassador said before thanking Sharjah Charity International for its contribution.