Myanmar Earthquake Relief Efforts Highlight US Absence Amid Global Response
After a deadly earthquake in Myanmar, US rescue teams are notably absent, contrasting with significant contributions from countries like China and Russia.
The United States, the world’s largest economy, long saw its strategic interests and alliances served by its standing as the world’s top humanitarian donor.
In the race to save lives after the Myanmar quake, US rescuers are notable by their absence
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In the race to save lives after the Myanmar quake, US rescuers are notable by their absence
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The United States, the world’s largest economy, long saw its strategic interests and alliances served by its standing as the world’s top humanitarian donor.
In the Race to Save Lives after the Myanmar Quake, US Rescuers Are Notable by Their Absence
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The quake worsened an already dire humanitarian crisis, with more than 3 million people displaced from their homes and nearly 20 million in need even before it hit, according to the United Nations.
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But even as people in Myanmar struggled with the aftermath of the earthquake, the military carried out air strikes on rebel groups, drawing angry condemnation from international powers.
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The immense scale of the disaster has piled a fresh crisis on the impoverished Southeast Asian country, where almost 20 million people were already in need of humanitarian assistance after four years of civil war.
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Summary
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, killing over 3,100 people. While international aid has intensified, particularly from Asian countries, US involvement has been limited to a small assessment team and $9 million in aid. Critics underscore the absence of US rescue teams, traditionally at the forefront of disaster response, as Chinese rescuers lead efforts to save survivors from collapsed buildings. Leading Senate Democrats are urging the administration to ramp up aid, fearing increased suffering due to the US retreat from historic humanitarian commitments.
Perspectives
The recent earthquake in Myanmar has exacerbated an already critical humanitarian crisis, with over 3 million people displaced and almost 20 million in need of assistance even before the disaster. International humanitarian appeals urge immediate funding and access to aid.
Despite a declared ceasefire by both the military and rebel groups, ongoing airstrikes and military actions continue to pose challenges for effective humanitarian aid delivery in the region. The U.N. emphasizes the importance of prioritizing humanitarian efforts over military operations in response to the crisis.
International aid efforts are underway, with various countries pledging support, yet the long-standing civil war and political instability in Myanmar hinder effective response, highlighting the necessity for an inclusive political solution to resolve the ongoing violence.
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