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Japan Provides $1.8M in Emergency Aid for Rohingya
The Government of Japan has signed an agreement with the World Food Programme (WFP) to provide $1.8 million in emergency food assistance to Rohingya refugees in Cox’s Bazar and Bhasan Char.
This vital aid will support over 191,000 refugees through malnutrition prevention programs, income-generating initiatives, and the rehabilitation of e-voucher outlets. With limited livelihood opportunities, the Rohingya community remains entirely reliant on humanitarian assistance for survival.
WFP Country Director Dom Scalpelli highlighted the importance of ongoing support as the crisis enters its eighth year. “We are deeply grateful for Japan’s unwavering solidarity with the Rohingya people, especially as they continue to face challenges such as fires, cyclones, floods, and insecurity. Japan’s contribution is critical for delivering life-saving assistance, particularly for women and children,” he said.
Japanese Ambassador Saida expressed hope that the aid would enhance living conditions for the refugees. “This $1.8 million contribution reflects Japan’s continued commitment to alleviating hunger, fighting malnutrition, and promoting stability in the region,” he noted.
Since the 2017 Rohingya influx, Japan has provided over $230 million in aid to Bangladesh through WFP, UN agencies, and NGOs, including this new funding.