Death toll in Myanmar’s March 28 earthquake exceeds 3,350
April 08, 2025 | 16:15
The 7.7-magnitude earthquake, which struck Myanmar on March 28, also caused significant damage to the country’s critical infrastructure, including underground oil pipelines and the electricity system.
Myanmar’s military government allocates 240 million USD for relief efforts
April 03, 2025 | 09:42
Myanmar’s military government leader, General Min Aung Hlaing, announced that the government will allocate 500 billion MMK (nearly 240 million USD) for earthquake relief and recovery efforts.
Myanmar earthquake: Devastation’s full extend is not clear
April 03, 2025 | 09:27
Myanmar's state media quoted military government leader Senior General Min Aung Hlaing as saying the earthquake death toll had reached 2,065, with more than 3,900 injured and some 270 missing. Aid agencies forecast these numbers will rise significantly due to information blackouts in remote areas.
Vietnam delivers 3 tonnes of aid supplies to Myanmar earthquake victims
April 01, 2025 | 16:11
The aid package includes antibiotics, digestive medications, cold and flu remedies, and basic healthcare equipment like blood pressure monitors, blood glucose metres, bandages, and disinfectants. The supplies also feature mosquito spray pumps and insecticides to prevent disease outbreaks in affected areas.
Laos sends 33 officers to Myanmar for earthquake relief efforts
April 01, 2025 | 16:07
The Lao Ministry of National Defence on March 31 afternoon sent a 33-member emergency response team to Myanmar to assist with search and rescue efforts following the devastating March 28 earthquake.
Thailand's payments system, businesses operating normally after quake
April 01, 2025 | 16:04
Thailand's financial payments infrastructure and businesses remain unaffected following the powerful earthquake in Myanmar.
Death toll in Thailand rises to 19 after Myanmar quake
April 01, 2025 | 16:01
The deadly earthquake in Myanmar caused strong tremors in Bangkok, about 1,000 km south of the epicentre, while several other Thai provinces were also affected.
Myanmar declares week-long national mourning over deadly earthquake
April 01, 2025 | 15:59
Myanmar's State Administration Council on March 31 announced a week-long mourning period following the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28.
Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security team begins rescue operations in Myanmar
March 31, 2025 | 16:17
A 26-member team from Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security on March 31 morning arrived in Myanmar’s Sagaing city, beginning their search and rescue operations.
Vietnamese rescuers to operate in hardest-hit area by earthquake in Myanmar
March 31, 2025 | 16:14
Vietnam's rescue forces will operate in Mandalay, which was the most heavily devastated by the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar.
Int’l aid, rescue teams rush to Myanmar after earthquake
March 31, 2025 | 16:03
International rescue teams and aid continue to arrive in Myanmar's Mandalay as the search for survivors enters its third day.
Thailand investigates Bangkok building collapse after Myanmar earthquake
March 31, 2025 | 16:01
Thai authorities on March 30 launched an investigation to determine the cause of the collapse of the 30-storey building in Chatuchak district, Bangkok, following the 7.7-magnitude quake that struck Myanmar two days earlier.
WHO seeks urgent funding for Myanmar after devastating earthquake
March 31, 2025 | 15:58
The World Health Organisation (WHO) said on March 30 that the Myanmar earthquake was a top-level emergency, and it urgently sought 8 million USD to save lives and prevent disease outbreaks in the Southeast Asian country over the next 30 days.
Vietnam companies in Myanmar face more challenges after earthquake
March 31, 2025 | 15:54
After a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar on March 28, all Vietnamese businesses were reported safe, but trading activities will face significant obstacles, the Vietnam Trade Office in Myanmar said.
Thailand to repatriate thousands of scam centre workers from Myanmar
March 03, 2025 | 10:51
Some 5,000 Chinese nationals will be sent home, with an average number of 1,000 a week, starting next week, the Thai Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson Nikorndej Balankura told reporters.
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