The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) welcomed the United Nations General Assembly's resolution to renew the mandate of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) for an additional three years.In a statement, GCC Secretary-General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi said UNRWA's role has become more critical than ever in light of the escalating challenges facing the Palestinian people, which require intensified international efforts to meet their basic needs, particularly in the fields of education, health and emergency humanitarian assistance.He reaffirmed the GCC states' continued support for UNRWA's programs and projects, stemming from their steadfast position on the Palestinian cause and their firm commitment to supporting the Palestinian people and defending their legitimate rights. He stressed the importance of ensuring the sustainability of UNRWA's operations and enabling it to fulfill its mandate with full efficiency and effectiveness.  

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