Guterres’ Deputy: Adre Corridor Must Remain Open Permanently

The Deputy Secretary-General of the United Nations, Amina Mohammed, visited the Adre corridor on the Sudanese-Chadian border on Friday.

During her visit, the Deputy Secretary-General emphasized the urgent need for international solidarity to address the humanitarian crisis in Sudan and ensure the free flow of aid to millions of people trapped in war zones and those fleeing those areas.

The Deputy Secretary-General said, “Our humanitarian mission in Sudan is enormous. We have been continuously supporting the government in trying to address the crisis. The suffering of people in this country is one of the worst crises in the world today.”

In Adre, Amina Mohammed met with Chadian authorities, refugees, and representatives of host communities.

UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said in a press conference on Friday that the Deputy Secretary-General’s discussions focused on the complex challenges facing Chad, including regional dynamics and key risks, and the urgent need for global solidarity.

The Deputy Secretary-General stressed the critical importance of keeping the Adre border corridor permanently open to facilitate humanitarian aid, noting that this corridor is a vital lifeline for delivering aid to millions in Sudan.

She described the recent reopening of the border between Sudan and Chad as a positive step toward this goal and emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of aid workers.

During the visit, the Deputy Secretary-General observed the humanitarian operation in Adre and interacted with refugee representatives, women, and community leaders.

She called for maximum solidarity and resources to ensure that the humanitarian response fulfills its mandate and supports the people of the region, urging stakeholders to invest more in saving lives and livelihoods.

The Deputy Secretary-General also announced the allocation of $5 million from the UN Central Emergency Response Fund as part of the rapid response to support recovery from the floods.