Myanmar

+++ A powerful earthquake in Myanmar shook parts of Southeast Asia on March 28. The epicenter was located just 16 kilometers northwest of the city of Sagaing. Following the initial shock at around noon local time, at least one strong aftershock occurred in Shan State, east of Sagaing. WHH has been active in Myanmar since 2002 and we are present on the ground in Sagaing and surrounding regions. Our colleagues are currently assessing the situation. As an immediate response, we are providing €200,000 in emergency aid. +++ Myanmar is the poorest country in Southeast Asia and is deeply affected by political and humanitarian crises. Since the military coup in 2021, violence and conflicts have escalated, leaving around 19.9 million people in need of humanitarian assistance—more than one third of the population. Displaced people and the persecuted Rohingya minority are particularly affected. In addition to political instability, Myanmar suffers from natural disasters, poverty, and supply shortages. WHH supports the affected population both within the country and in refugee camps in Bangladesh.