United States Agency for International Development - Burma

On February 2, 2021, the U.S. Department of State assessed that the Burmese military’s actions on February 1, having deposed the duly elected head of government, constituted a military coup d’etat. USAID partners with Myanmar’s civil society, local and international organizations, and with other donors to reinforce democratic values and support the people of Burma who are working to build an inclusive, prosperous future for all people in Burma. USAID promotes and protects human rights, mitigates conflict, supports democratic processes, and improves access to life-saving services for underserved and disenfranchised communities. USAID mitigates transnational health threats such as COVID-19, HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis.