Myanmar Earthquake Rapid Assessment
The 28 March earthquake is Myanmar’s deadliest in over a century. With over 2,700 lives lost and widespread destruction across Mandalay, Sagaing, and Nay Pyi Taw, the country is facing its worst natural disaster since the 2021 military coup, already surpassing Cyclone Mocha in 2023. COAR and Premise have released a joint initial impact assessment, […]
Conflict-Sensitive Assistance in Syria
After 14 years of conflict, international assistance in Syria continues to navigate complex challenges, from inter-communal tensions and a fragmented aid landscape to governance dilemmas and the risks of inadvertently doing harm. With the evolving political context, conflict sensitivity remains a cornerstone of all engagement. This report, co-published with outlines a number of ways in […]
The New Syria-Implications and Uncertainties for International Responders and Donors
Executive Summary Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been ousted following opposition armed forces’ entry into the city of Damascus. The former President’s authoritarian system of governance and violent suppression of anti-government demonstrations during the Arab Spring are recognised as having contributed to the start and prolongment of Syria’s armed conflict. Succeeding his father’s 29-year long […]
Resuming Aid in Syria: Navigating Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and Reconciling a Divisive Aid Economy
Executive Summary As the first days of a post-Assad Syria begin to settle, how aid should resume will be a key policy question for Syrians, aid actors and member states alike. The United Nations (UN), I/NGOs and Syrian civil society will need to reset relations with the state and navigate emerging governance structures. There is […]
Systemic Resilience in Practice
Executive Summary Resilience, social cohesion and wellbeing are interrelated indicators of a community’s overall ability to function and sustainably meet the needs of its members. A resilient community can withstand shocks; a socially cohesive community is inclusive and safeguards diversity; and a community that has attained a high level of wellbeing enjoys a multitude of […]
Situation Update: Arakan Army Attacks SAC in Northern Rakhine and Paletwa
Current Situation On 13 August, the Arakan Army (AA) launched a series of attacks against State Administration Council (SAC) military positions in northern Rakhine State and southern Chin State, at times surrounding positions and cutting off food and supply routes before launching assaults with light weapons.[1] The attacks, staged in three separate locations, prompted a […]
Weekly Update for Humanitarian Responders
In Focus Bangladesh Bank Freezes 1.1 Million USD in SAC Funds Nationwide On 17 August, Bangladesh’s state-run Sonali Bank reportedly restricted accounts — said to be holding around 1.1 million USD — owned by Myanmar state-run banks that are now under State Administration Council (SAC) control. The Sonali Bank CEO said that the US Embassy […]
Myanmar February Coup: Kachin State Scenario Plan
Executive Summary The Myanmar military’s 1 February seizure of power will have significant and long lasting implications for the Myanmar humanitarian response in Kachin State and across Myanmar. Security forces throughout the country have waged a violent campaign against the anti-coup protest movement, which has mobilised in most parts of the country. The military […]
Covid-19 Response & Parahita Groups
Summary As of 15 May 2020, there are 181 confirmed cases of individuals with Covid-19 in Myanmar, with six reported deaths. The spread of the virus is only at its initial stages, and given Myanmar’s underdeveloped public health infrastructure, the impact is expected to be significant: 23% of Myanmar’s population have underlying health conditions,[1] placing […]
