19/08/2026
[2026 World Humanitarian Day: Humanity Continues Beyond the Emergency]
In recognition of World Humanitarian Day, KOICA reflects on its longstanding commitment to supporting communities beyond the immediate emergency, through continued humanitarian assistance and partnership.
In 2025, following the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar, affected communities began rebuilding their homes, restoring their livelihoods, and recovering from the profound impact of the disaster. While the immediate emergency has passed, many people continue to require humanitarian and recovery support as they work to rebuild their lives.
In response to the extensive humanitarian needs caused by the earthquake, the Government of the Republic of Korea, through the KOICA Myanmar Office, provided two in-kind contributions to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), valued at USD 0.35 million and USD 2 million, respectively.
Through this continued humanitarian partnership, earthquake-affected communities are receiving essential assistance in areas including shelter, household needs, water and sanitation, and energy. More importantly, this assistance reflects a commitment to stand with communities not only in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, but also throughout their longer journey toward recovery and resilience.
On this World Humanitarian Day, we reaffirm the importance of partnership, and sustained support for communities affected by crises. Together, we can help ensure that no community is left behind as it takes the long road from disaster toward recovery and resilience.