Republic of Korea and UNDP Partner to Support Earthquake-Affected Communities in Myanmar

Yangon — The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), with the support of the Government of the Republic of Korea, is scaling up assistance to communities hardest hit by the devastating earthquake in Myanmar.

Myanmar faces overlapping challenges, including natural disasters, prolonged conflict, and economic instability. The 7.7 magnitude earthquake in March this year left thousands of families without homes, schools, or healthcare, and disrupted already fragile livelihoods and essential services.

With support from the Government of the Republic of Korea, UNDP is facilitating early recovery efforts that not only address immediate needs but also lay the groundwork for longer-term resilience. This support is provided under REVIVE (Relief, Employment and Vital Infrastructure for the Vulnerable in Emergencies), a global initiative by UNDP and the Government of the Republic of Korea, which supports crisis-affected communities in recovering from the earliest stages of shocks.

“The Republic of Korea stands in solidarity with the people of Myanmar in this time of great difficulty. As a responsible member of the international community, Korea reaffirms its unwavering commitment to support the swift recovery and reconstruction efforts following the devastating earthquake. In particular, Korea is committed to working hand in hand with UNDP through the ROK–UNDP humanitarian flagship REVIVE, to help restore stability, resilience, and hope to the people of Myanmar,” said H.E. Mr. Bae Byeong-soo, Head of Mission of the Republic of Korea to Myanmar.  

“We are helping communities recover by supporting safe debris removal and disposal, restoring critical infrastructure, creating livelihood opportunities, and improving access to essential services, in ways that are inclusive and locally-led, and bridge urgent needs with longer-term resilience,” said Mr. Norimasa Shimomura, UNDP Resident Representative in Myanmar. 

Through this partnership, UNDP and the Republic of Korea reaffirm their shared commitment to strengthening resilience and enabling vulnerable communities to rebuild their lives and livelihoods in the wake of a crisis.