Reforming EU Humanitarian Aid in a Time of Polycrisis

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Summary

The report calls for an ambitious EU response to the global 'polycrisis,' emphasizing the need for increased funding, protection of humanitarian principles, and a stronger focus on gender equality and local empowerment.

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The global humanitarian system is facing an unprecedented crisis due to simultaneous, interconnected challenges known as a polycrisis.
A massive funding gap exists, with significant aid reductions from major donors like the US threatening millions of lives by 2030.
The report calls for a significant increase in EU humanitarian funding, suggesting a target of EUR 25 billion for a Global Europe Instrument.
There is an urgent need to protect humanitarian workers and ensure safe, unhindered access to civilians in conflict zones like Gaza, Sudan, and the DRC.

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Dan BARNA

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1:15 min

21.3. Humanitarian aid in a time of polycrisis – reaffirming our principles for a more effective and ambitious response to humanitarian crises (A10-0257/2025)

Pina PICIERNO

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21.3. Humanitarian aid in a time of polycrisis – reaffirming our principles for a more effective and ambitious response to humanitarian crises (A10-0257/2025)

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DRAFT OPINION on humanitarian aid in a time of polycrisis – reaffirming our principles for a more effective and ambitious response to humanitarian crises DRAFT REPORT on humanitarian aid in a time of polycrisis – reaffirming our principles for a more effective and ambitious response to humanitarian crises OPINION on humanitarian aid in a time of polycrisis – reaffirming our principles for a more effective and ambitious response to humanitarian crises REPORT on humanitarian aid in a time of polycrisis – reaffirming our principles for a more effective and ambitious response to humanitarian crises Humanitarian aid in a time of polycrisis – reaffirming our principles for a more effective and ambitious response to humanitarian crises

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⚠ Reforming EU Humanitarian Aid in a Time of Polycrisis

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Reforming EU Humanitarian Aid in a Time of Polycrisis