EU releases €15 million in humanitarian aid for people in Myanmar and refugees on the country’s borders

As the escalation of conflict in Myanmar continues to increase humanitarian needs, the EU has released an additional €15 million to help people affected in the country, as well as refugees who have fled to neighbouring states. This includes Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh.

This additional allocation will help provide life-saving assistance to people who have had to flee their homes due to conflict, providing them with access to food, shelter, clean water, and emergency healthcare. The additional funds will also go towards helping people protect themselves in the dangerous context, for example by minimising their exposure to the risks of landmines.

The EU has increased its total allocation for the Myanmar crisis each year since the 2021 coup, providing €36 million in 2024 so far.

Commissioner for Crisis Management, Janez Lenarčič, said: “The conflict in Myanmar is having devastating humanitarian consequences for the people of the country. These additional €15 million will bring relief to a population that faces multiple threats, including grave protection risks, a serious food security crisis and little access to critical healthcare. With increasingly disturbing reports of violence against civilians, it is paramount that all parties respect international humanitarian law. The situation is particularly concerning in Rakhine State, where all communities, including the Rohingya, face serious risks at the hands of armed actors. I urge all parties to show restraint and respect their obligations on protecting the civilian population.”