10 February 2026, New York – Statement by the European Union as a donor at the UNICEF Executive Board meeting on Agenda Item 2: Opening statement   Check against delivery               Chair, Madam Executive Director    I am speaking on behalf of the European Union as a donor.   In this unprecedented period for the humanitarian system, I would like to reiterate our support to UNICEF and our appreciation of its staff and partners in the field, who continue to respond to children’s needs all over