The Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, Dr. Yousef A. Al-Othaimeen, highlighted that the OIC-stemmed Islamic Solidarity Fund, ISF, has contributed, since the beginning of its activity in 1976, in funding many social, cultural, economic, educational and health projects in the State of Palestine.

The total amount in this regard has reached around US$26.939 million, under what is known as the item of support to the steadfastness and struggle of the Palestinian people.

The Fund supported the Palestinian people during tribulations, disasters and calamities with a total amount of $18.155 million through the Emergency Committee, while contributing to the construction of mosques, schools and hospitals for $4.577 million.

On the other hand, the ISF attached importance to the support of universities and scientific research centres in the State of Palestine for $1.655 million. In addition, it also contributed to the funding of several projects and activities of the Islamic cultural, social and recreational centres with a total amount of $2.552 million.

Accordingly, Dr. Al-Othaimeen welcomed the efforts of the Fund’s executive committee, the executive director, and his colleagues for the support provided to the State and the people of Palestine. He urged them to do more, calling upon the Member States to continue supporting the Fund’s activities and its financial resources in order to enable it to carry out its duty.