Japan to resume funding to UN Palestinian refugee agency
Friday, 29 March 2024 Japan is set to resume funding for the UN's Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA), which aids Gaza, after a temporary halt. Israel's allegations of Hamas ties led to the funding pause, with Japan being one of many contributors. Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa discussed governance improvements with UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini in Tokyo.
United Nations chief Antonio Guterres defends the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, UNRWA, describing it as the "one ray of light for millions of people" during a press conference as he visits the..