The Canadian government on Thursday announced a $ 50 million humanitarian aid package to meet humanitarian needs in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria and Iraq.

The Canadian Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the Syrian crisis continues to affect millions of people throughout Syria and neighboring countries including Jordan, Lebanon and Iraq, adding that Canada is committed to working with the international community to promote peace and security in the Middle East.

The funding will be allocated to United Nations agencies and the International Committee of the Red Cross to meet the basic needs of those affected by crises, including food assistance, comprehensive health services and hygiene, and provide the specific needs of women and girls through protection services and reproductive health services.