Hasan Ahmed Al Shehhi, Ambassador of the UAE to Iraq, has inspected a number of projects implemented by the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) in the Iraqi Kurdistan Region.

The tour came as part of Al Shehi's visit to the Iraqi Kurdistan Region. During the visit, he praised the projects implemented by the ERC. He also toured a number of ERC's projects in Erbil to familiarise himself with the authority's charitable and humanitarian projects for the benefit of the needy Syrian refugees and the displaced Iraqis.

He also commended the progress of work and ERC's efforts to provide assistance to the underprivileged people. The UAE diplomat also toured ERC's tents designated for accommodating the Syrian refugees as well as medical clinics inside the tents which provide job opportunities for refugee women.

He highlighted the efforts exerted by the ERC which reflect the UAE's humanitarian message since the country occupies an eminent stature in providing humanitarian aid in the region and other countries.