Image of Typhoon Lan, credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-3

The EU recently announced the allocation of over €56 million in humanitarian aid in 2024 to support people in need in the South, East and South-East of Asia and in the Pacific.

In a region prone to natural hazards, this will help people affected by ongoing humanitarian crises, as well as improve disaster preparedness.

The EU continues to provide humanitarian assistance in response to human-induced disasters and natural hazards, with particular attention to the most vulnerable.

Pandemics, natural disasters, and humanitarian crises are addressed to ensure the well-being and safety of individuals and communities across the Indo-Pacific.

Improving preparedness

By providing relief, improving preparedness, and using innovative technology like Copernicus Emergency Management Service, the EU serves as a critical safety net for millions facing hardship in the Indo-Pacific.

Furthermore, the EU facilitated an ASEAN study visit to Europe for disaster management officials to enhance regional preparedness.

Some of the main current humanitarian crises include

• Pakistan's recovery from the 2022 floods
• support for Afghan refugees
• Bangladesh's response to the Rohingya refugee crisis
• Myanmar's recovery efforts following Cyclone Mocha
• the Philippines' aid for conflict-affected areas and typhoon relief
• Vanuatu's recovery from twin cyclones
• Micronesia's drought preparedness

Learn more

• Follow this link to know more about European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations in Asia
• Follow the link to visit the EU Indo-Pacific Strategy main page