A meeting held on March 20, 2024, between H.E. Dr. Ambassador Paul Beresford-Hill and Secretary-General of Caritas Internationalis, Mr. Alistair Dutton, centered on addressing the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza and exploring collaborative solutions. Discussions highlighted the challenges in aid distribution and emphasized the urgency of the situation, prompting exploration into collective Catholic responses to emergencies through the collaboration of Catholic NGOs and other agencies.

Ambassador Beresford-Hill emphasized the Sovereign Order of Malta’s commitment to humanitarian assistance, proposing joint efforts with Caritas to leverage resources and expertise. The meeting also addressed ongoing efforts, including support for the Holy Family Hospital in Bethlehem and initiatives such as medical screenings. Both parties agreed on fostering enhanced collaboration and echoed Pope Francis’s call for solidarity among aid providers dealing with global humanitarian problems.