The UAE has sent a fifth aircraft carrying 30.3 metric tons of food supplies to Mekele, in the Tigray region of Ethiopia, local reports have said.
This is expected to benefit over 7,100 people in the region, including 5,700 women and children.
The aircraft is said to be part of the relief air bridge established to respond to the growing needs of local residents and improve their living conditions.
Mohamed Salem Al Rashidi, UAE Ambassador to Ethiopia, said the UAE always seeks to provide support to enhance its relief response and meet the urgent needs of the Tigray region.
This, he said, is especially in circumstances that require solidarity and cooperation in all its forms.
The UAE has reportedly sent nine planes carrying 344.2 metric tons of aid to Ethiopia, benefitting over 81,000 people, including 65,000 women.
This year, it has pledged to donate $85 million to support relief operations in Ethiopia, in collaboration with international organizations.
