US says team on way to quake-hit Myanmar, defends pace
Washington (AFP) Mar 31, 2025
The United States said Monday it has dispatched a disaster relief team to Myanmar days after a major earthquake, defending the pace of the deployment following President Donald Trump's dismantling of America's main overseas aid agency. ... more
Thai authorities probe collapse at quake-hit construction site
Bangkok (AFP) Mar 31, 2025
Authorities in Thailand are investigating possible factors that led to the devastating collapse of a Bangkok construction site, where dozens remained missing on Monday, three days after a massive earthquake centred in Myanmar. ... more
WHO says Myanmar quake a top-level emergency, seeks urgent funding
Geneva (AFP) Mar 30, 2025
The World Health Organization said Sunday the Myanmar earthquake was a top-level emergency as it urgently sought $8 million to save lives and prevent disease outbreaks over the next 30 days. ... more