AU appeals for the provision of humanitarian assistance to Central African Republic
The African Union (AU) appealed on Saturday for the provision of humanitarian assistance to the Central African Republic (CAR)
The Chairperson of the Commission Jean Ping is deeply concerned about the deterioration of the humanitarian situation in the CAR following the clashes that took place in September 2011 between two political parties and military movements in the town of Bira, AU said in a press statement it issued here.
According to the statement, the clashes resulted in many casualties, displacement of thousands of people and substantial material damage.
It said, considering the situation on the ground, Ping urgently appeals to member states and partners to demonstrate solidarity with the CAR, its people and government and provide necessary assistance to alleviate the suffering of the people.
According to the statement, he also urges all concerned parties in CAR to spare no efforts in implementing the different agreements.
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English.news.cn 2011-11-20 04:45:37 FeedbackPrintRSS
ADDIS ABABA, Nov. 19 (Xinhua)
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