Afghanistan
After decades of conflict, natural hazards and chronic poverty, Afghanistan is facing one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. The situation is further fuelled by economic instability.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh is currently home to almost 1 million Rohingya refugees who have fled targeted violence, large-scale armed attacks, and human rights violations in neighbouring Myanmar.
Central Asia
Central Asia is a region made up of 5 republics: Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Their inhabitants are exposed to natural hazards, from earthquakes to floods, as well as chronic water shortages.
Iran
Iran is hit by multiple emergencies. There has been a significant deterioration of the humanitarian situation due to the worsening Afghan refugee crisis and a socio-economic and environmental crisis.
Myanmar/Burma
The already dire humanitarian situation in Myanmar has worsened since the military takeover in 2021. The coup d’état has plunged the country into political, social and economic turmoil, leading to a rapidly escalating civil war.
Nepal
Nepal is one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries due to its location and variable climatic conditions. Climate change and an increasing population further exacerbate the impacts of natural hazards, which each year cause heavy loss of life and property damage.
North Korea (DPRK)
North Korea suffers from recurrent natural hazards, ranging from extended droughts and severe flooding to occasional typhoons.
Pacific region
Natural hazards such as cyclones, floods, droughts, earthquakes and volcanic eruptions frequently occur in the Pacific region. Pacific island countries (including Papua New Guinea, Fiji Islands, Solomon Islands, Cook Islands and Vanuatu) rank among the world’s worst affected by disasters in terms o
Pakistan
Pakistan is one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries. On top of this, it suffers some of the worst food shortages and chronic malnutrition rates in the world.
Philippines
The Philippines is highly exposed to various natural hazards, including tropical cyclones, active volcanoes, and other climate-related risks.
Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos
The southeast Asian countries of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia are frequently affected by natural hazards such as floods, droughts, and typhoons.