There are many countries in the Gulf and elsewhere who have received an enormous windfall from these oil prices, ... their aid would be much more effective if offered through the United Nations.

The humanitarian situation in Zimbabwe is very serious. The need for international aid is big and growing.

The goal of the fund is simple: to provide aid workers with funding to jump-start lifesaving relief operations .

Too often, aid resembles a lottery, in which a few win, but most lose, based on considerations other than need.