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Filmmaker Midi Z asks the world to help war-torn, quake-hit Myanmar
Source: Focus Taiwan
Myanmar-born Taiwanese filmmaker Midi Z on Monday made a tearful appeal in New Taipei, saying the Southeast Asian nation devastated by a magnitude 7.7 earthquake last Friday needs help from everyone around the world.
Mercy Chefs headed to Myanmar & Thailand in response to deadly earthquake
Source: WHSV
At this time, Mercy Chefs are actively coordinating with local churches and humanitarian partners to distribute hot meals and emergency food supplies to affected communities.
Declaration of $2 Million for Humanitarian Needs in the Aftermath of the Myanmar Earthquake
Source: U.S. Embassy Burma | Declaration
As an immediate response to the March 28 Sagaing earthquake, the United States will provide up to USD 2 million through Myanmar-based humanitarian assistance organizations to support earthquake-affected communities.
Indonesia sends 12 tons of aid to Myanmar earthquake victims
Source: Antara News
The aid package included contributions from the Indonesian Armed Forces (TNI), the National Alms Agency (Baznas), and various government and community organizations.
Japan sends coordinating officials to Myanmar after earthquake
Source: The Japan Times
The officials were made up of medical personnel and staff of the Japan International Cooperation Agency, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi told a news conference.
Taiwan disbands standby rescue team to help Myanmar after earthquake
Source: Focus Taiwan
“We cannot guarantee the safety of our rescue team members once they are sent there,” Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang on Monday told reporters on the sideline of a Legislative session.
Junta Launches Airstrikes on Bhamo Amid Earthquake Rescue Efforts in Mandalay and Sagaing
Source: Kachin Media Group
Despite the absence of intense clashes between the junta forces and KIA-led joint forces on March 29 and 30, the military continued its aerial assaults, a KIA frontline source reported.
The Disaster Loop: Another catastrophe in Myanmar
Source: Transnational Institute | By Transnational Institute
Tragically, for Myanmar’s peoples this is just the latest disaster they have had to face against the endless backdrop of conflict, repression and humanitarian emergency.
Myanmar’s Earthquake: A Crisis Built on Oppression
Source: The Sabai Times / Shwetaungthagathu Reform Initiative Centre | By Harry Myo Lin
Myanmar’s people are not asking for pity. They demand solidarity—the kind that bypasses tyrants and empowers those fighting to survive.
Myanmar Red Cross races against time to save lives after the earthquake
Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies | Press Release
“This is not just a disaster; it is a complex humanitarian crisis layered over existing vulnerabilities,” Matheou added. “Myanmar continues to face internal displacement and food insecurity.
Earthquake relief efforts underway in National Unity Government controlled territories of central Myanmar
Source: Democratic Voice of Burma | By English Editor
“I earnestly appeal to our allied ethnic revolutionary organizations and civil society groups to extend their support to those in need,” Duwa Lashi La, the NUG Acting President, stated in a televised speech
Thailand flies manpower and supplies to earthquake victims in Myanmar
Source: Thai PBS World
Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai said that about 1,000 military personnel have already been sent to Myanmar to help in relief efforts.
55 personnel, including 18 doctors and a search and rescue team, flew to Myanmar today
Migrant workers face grim wait after Bangkok high-rise collapse
Source: Radio Free Asia | By Phetsiam Promngoy, Apichart Sopapong and Stephen Wright for RFA
Yet most of the presumed victims of the Bangkok building collapse are from Myanmar and other countries in the region. Thai police said 13 people are confirmed dead and 118 are missing as the search of the rubble enters its third day.
WHO medical supplies reach hospitals in earthquake hit areas
Source: World Health Organization | News Release
The supplies comprising of trauma kits and multipurpose tents have reached a 1000 bedded hospital in Nay Pyi Taw
Indonesian military to send teams to back Myanmar’s quake evacuation
Source: Antara News
In addition to deploying personnel, the TNI would also send aircraft, a hospital ship, and helicopters to support the evacuation process.
ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Statement on the Outcome of the Special Emergency Meeting of ASEAN Foreign Ministers in the Aftermath of the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand
Source: ASEAN | Statement
The Ministers encouraged all Myanmar stakeholders to focus on humanitarian assistance, facilitating relief efforts.
Malaysia will provide US$2.3 million in earthquake aid to Myanmar: PM Anwar
Source: Channel News Asia
The prime minister said that the contribution reflects Malaysia’s responsibility and solidarity as the 2025 ASEAN chair, adding that he has instructed Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan to lead a humanitarian mission to Myanmar.
PM speaks with Senior General H.E. Min Aung Hlaing of Myanmar amid earthquake tragedy
Source: Prime Minister of India (PMINDIA)
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s steadfast commitment as a close friend and neighbor to stand in solidarity with Myanmar during this challenging time.
Junta continues dropping bombs after Myanmar earthquake as opposition puts down arms
Source: Australian Broadcasting Corporation | by ABC / Associated Press
The UN special rapporteur on Myanmar, Tom Andrews, said at least three air strikes were carried out on the Sagain region — near the epicentre of the earthquake, and a rebel stronghold.
Operation Brahma: India sends two naval ships to earthquake-hit Myanmar
Source: The Week | By The Week News Desk
India on Saturday intensified its efforts of rescue and rehabilitation work in earthquake-hit Myanmar by sending two naval ships carrying humanitarian aid to the neighbouring country.
‘No one came’: Myanmar volunteers dig with bare hands to save earthquake victims
Source: The Guardian | By Rebecca Ratcliffe
In another Facebook video a man, choked with emotion, prays for his mother. He sits beside her body, still trapped in debris, holding her hand. “Please go on to a good life, Mum. Please don’t worry about me,”
Myanmar quake toll passes 1,600 as people dig for survivors with bare hands
Source: BBC | By BBC Burmese
A lack of equipment is greatly slowing down the rescues, a worker told BBC Burmese: “We are making do with the equipment we have. We have been trying for hours to pull out a girl trapped under the collapsed school.”
Two C-17 aircraft with 60 tonnes of relief material land in Myanmar
Source: Asian News International
Two C-17 aircraft with 118 members Indian Army Field Hospital Unit, including Women & Child Care services and 60 tonnes of relief material have landed in Myanmar. With these, five relief flights from have landed in Myanmar today
ASEAN Foreign Minister’s Statement on the Impact of the Earthquake in Myanmar on 28 March 2025
Source: ASEAN Main Portal | Statement
ASEAN further recognises the urgent need for humanitarian assistance and ASEAN stands ready to support relief and recovery efforts, including through the deployment of the ASEAN-Emergency Response and Assessment Team (ERAT)
Myanmar Resistance Announces Partial Ceasefire to Facilitate Relief Efforts
Source: The Hindu | By Associated Press
It said it would “collaborate with the U.N. and non-governmental organizations to ensure security, transportation, and the establishment of temporary rescue and medical camps,” in the areas it controls