Vietnam’s Support for Myanmar’s 2025 Earthquake Recovery

On March 28, 2025, a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing severe loss of life and property. The death toll surpassed 1,600, with thousands injured or missing. In response to this emergency, the international community quickly mobilized relief efforts, including Vietnam.

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1. Deploying Professional Rescue Forces

Immediately after receiving news of the disaster, Vietnam dispatched a relief team of 80 military personnel from the Vietnam People's Army to Myanmar to assist in rescue operations, search for missing individuals, and support recovery efforts. The task force included engineering troops, a K9 search unit, and military medical teams to enhance the efficiency of search and first-aid operations in challenging conditions.

Additionally, the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam sent a 25-member rescue team led by Colonel Nguyen Minh Khuong, Deputy Director of the Fire Prevention, Fighting, and Rescue Police Department. This team specializes in high-risk rescues, improving efforts to locate and free victims trapped under debris.

General Nguyen Tan Cuong encourages the forces as they prepare to depart for Myanmar to assist in earthquake recovery efforts (Photo: Manh Quan).

2. Financial Aid

Alongside deploying rescue teams, Vietnam also provided $300,000 in emergency financial aid to help Myanmar recover from the earthquake. This support contributes to the supply of food, drinking water, medicine, and other essential goods for affected communities.

3. Additional Humanitarian Efforts

Vietnam’s support extended beyond personnel and financial assistance. The country also collaborated with international humanitarian organizations to establish long-term measures for stabilizing Myanmar’s post-disaster recovery. Several Vietnamese non-governmental organizations launched donation campaigns to further aid Myanmar’s citizens.

The Significance of Vietnam’s Support

Vietnam's swift and practical response highlights its spirit of solidarity and responsibility in international relations while reaffirming its role in regional humanitarian efforts. In a world facing multiple challenges, timely assistance between nations serves as a testament to mutual support and sustainable cooperation.

Vietnam’s assistance not only helps Myanmar recover from the earthquake but also strengthens the cooperative and friendly relationship between the two countries, contributing to a united and resilient ASEAN region.

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