President of the International Committee of the Red Cross: the "the Belt and Road" initiative contributes to the global humanitarian cause Initiative | One Belt | Global
Xinhua News Agency, September 3, Geneva - The President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Miriana Shpoliaric, said in Geneva a few days ago that the "the Belt and Road" initiative has improved the infrastructure of many countries and regions. It is an initiative to promote development and has made contributions to the global humanitarian cause.
In a joint interview with the Xinhua News Agency and other Chinese media at the headquarters of the International Committee of the Red Cross in Geneva, Shpoliarich said that the "the Belt and Road" initiative is consistent with the humanitarian spirit and can help people affected by conflict in a sustainable way.
As a humanitarian organization, the International Committee of the Red Cross hopes that humanitarian action can have a sustainable impact, "not just in the short term.".
When it comes to the impact of climate change on human society, Shpolyarrich stated that there is a "vicious cycle" between poverty, violent conflict, and climate change. Conflicts often occur in areas where the economy relies heavily on agriculture. In many places, poverty breeds conflicts, and natural disasters exacerbate poverty. She calls on the international community to work together to help areas affected by natural disasters, further increase infrastructure investment, and mitigate the impact of climate change on these areas.
Shi Poliarichi said that the International Committee of the Red Cross maintains close dialogue and effective cooperation with China, and "hopes that this dialogue can be continuously strengthened.".