EU allocates €63 million for Myanmar crisis and Rohingya refugees
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Arakan Now | 31 January 2026
The European Commission has announced a €63 million humanitarian aid package to support people affected by the ongoing conflict in Myanmar and Rohingya refugees in neighbouring countries, particularly Bangladesh, According to the EU Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO)
The funding forms part of the European Union’s initial 2026 humanitarian allocation for South and Southeast Asia, as the conflict triggered by Myanmar’s 2021 military coup enters its fifth year.
More than €38.6 million will be directed to Myanmar for:
food assistance and emergency nutrition
shelter for displaced populations
access to clean water and sanitation
healthcare in conflict-affected and hard-to-reach areas
mine risk education and assistance for landmine victims
emergency education programmes
An additional €23.4 million will be allocated to Bangladesh to support nearly 1.2 million Rohingya refugees living mainly in Cox’s Bazar, as well as host communities. This funding will provide:
food and nutrition assistance
maintenance of camp shelters and facilities
essential services including healthcare, emergency education, and water and sanitation
Due to the regional impact of the crisis, a further €1 million will support refugees and host communities in countries such as India, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand.
All EU humanitarian funding will be delivered through partner organisations, including international non-governmental organisations and United Nations agencies.
Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib said the EU remains committed to assisting vulnerable populations affected by the conflict.
“As we mark half a decade since the dramatic escalation of conflict in Myanmar, the EU remains committed to helping the most vulnerable communities in the country and those forced to flee abroad. With this new funding, humanitarian partners will continue providing life-saving aid, from food and shelter to emergency healthcare and education for children. I once again call on all parties to respect international humanitarian law and ensure civilians are protected and can access essential services.”