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EU Pledges €493M to Combat Ebola in Central Africa
17 Jun
Summary
- European Commission announces €493 million aid package for Ebola.
- Funding targets medical aid, research, and health system improvements.
- EU assures ongoing support and partnership in global solidarity.
The European Commission has announced a substantial financial aid package of €493 million ($572 million) to address the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. This comprehensive funding aims to bolster immediate medical support for the affected regions.
The aid package will also extend to humanitarian assistance specifically for the Great Lakes region and Uganda. Furthermore, it will support vital research into vaccines and treatments for filoviruses, contributing to long-term preparedness.
Commissioner for Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib stated the EU's unwavering presence and partnership, calling Ebola a test of global solidarity. The Commission continues to closely monitor the outbreak in collaboration with international partners. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control currently assesses the risk to people in Europe as very low.
