Japanese
The Japanese government, in response to the massive damage caused by the earthquake in Myanmar on March 28, has decided to dispatch the Japan Disaster Relief (JDR) Medical Team to the area, based on the confirmation of specific medical needs including through the previously dispatched assessment team of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The JDR medical team will consist of 32 members, including doctors and nurses registered with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and JICA, and are scheduled to depart Japan in the early hours of April 2.
The Japanese government has also decided to provide emergency relief goods such as sanitary items, water, and water purifiers to the people affected by disaster through the United Nations and JICA. These items will be distributed as soon as they are ready.
The Japanese government intends to implement humanitarian assistance, including the dispatch of this medical team, that directly benefits the people of Myanmar.
(Reference)Overview of the Damage caused by the Earthquake in Myanmar (as of March 31)
In Myanmar, the earthquake occurred on March 28 around 12:50 (15:20 JST) has resulted in a large number of those affected including the loss of lives, and significant physical damage. According to Myanmar’s state-run media, as of the evening of March 31, 2,056 people died, more than 3,900 people are injured, and about 270 people remain missing. The number of victims is expected to increase as search operations continue.