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Republic of Korea boosts food and nutrition assistance as millions more risk hunger in Myanmar | World Food Programme
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· August 20, 2026
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Key takeaway A significant number of people, potentially up to 5 million, could be affected.
Food and fuel prices are elevated, and this situation may lead to more people experiencing hunger. A significant number of people, potentially up to 5 million, could be affected. Assistance is being provided to help those in need.
Funding will support a program that offers relief food and nutrition support to certain groups, including young children and pregnant women. The program aims to help 140,000 people and prioritize those who have been displaced or affected by conflict and other shocks. Further details about this initiative are available from the source.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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