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ASEAN aid reaches 11,000 Myanmar households in Shan State

By Drooid · Oct 30, 2026 · How we work

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Philippines Secretary of Foreign Affairs Ma. Theresa Lazaro led an ASEAN humanitarian mission to Myanmar.
The mission delivered 50-kilogram rice bags, family and hygiene kits on Oct. 28, 2026.
Aid targeted over 11,000 households in Kayin, Southern and Northern Shan States.
It marked the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance (AHA Centre)’s first delivery in Northern Shan State, expanding reach.
Lazaro handed over a building and gave school kits to post-2025 earthquake schools.

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Union Minister for Foreign Affairs U Tin Maung Swe met Special Envoy Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro in Nay Pyi Taw on 29 October 2026.
They discussed the 70th anniversary of Myanmar-Philippines diplomatic ties and expanding sectoral cooperation.
They exchanged views on restoring Myanmar’s original role and rights within ASEAN before the 49th ASEAN Summit.
The Philippines emphasized joint action against transnational crime and boosting bilateral economic ties.

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Lazaro Leads ASEAN Aid

Philippines Secretary of Foreign Affairs Ma. Theresa Lazaro led an ASEAN humanitarian mission to Myanmar.
The mission delivered 50-kilogram rice bags, family and hygiene kits on Oct. 28, 2026.
Aid targeted over 11,000 households in Kayin, Southern and Northern Shan States.
It marked the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance (AHA Centre)’s first delivery in Northern Shan State, expanding reach.
Lazaro handed over a building and gave school kits to post-2025 earthquake schools.

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