The Crisis in Northern Rakhine State: MSF Halts Medical Activities
What led to the suspension of MSF’s medical activities in Northern Rakhine State?
- Escalation of conflict
- Indiscriminate violence
- Severe restrictions on humanitarian access
How has this impacted the communities in the townships?
The suspension will leave communities with zero access to healthcare in the face of huge needs.
Which communities were receiving medical services from MSF?
All communities, including Rakhine, Rohingya and other minority groups, were receiving essential medical services from MSF.
What are the ongoing challenges faced by the affected people?
- Deliberate destruction of lives and property
- Forced recruitment
- Displacements
- Restricted humanitarian access
Despite these challenges, the affected people have no options to seek safety due to the ongoing clashes and hostilities in the region.
This indefinite suspension of activities will have a significant impact on the healthcare of the affected communities in northern Rakhine State.
We are closely monitoring the situation and remain committed to supporting those in need.
Source: www.msf.org