The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a US$2 million contribution from the Government of Japan to support communities in Pakistan affected by disasters. The funding will help WFP provide food assistance to more than 45,000 people impacted by monsoon floods and other climate-related shocks, while also supporting efforts to restore livelihoods and rebuild community resilience.
Japanese officials highlighted the importance of their long-standing partnership with Pakistan and WFP, noting that the support is aimed at ensuring affected families have access to essential food and assistance during recovery. The contribution reflects Japan’s continued commitment to humanitarian relief and strengthening community recovery in times of crisis.
WFP also emphasized that the funding goes beyond immediate food aid by helping families protect their assets, recover from losses, and improve their ability to withstand future disasters. With climate risks increasing in Pakistan, such as heatwaves, dry spells, and glacial lake outburst floods, the need for sustained support and resilience-building measures is becoming more urgent.
Pakistan continues to face severe climate-related challenges, including the aftermath of the 2025 monsoon floods that affected millions of people. Authorities have warned that the 2026 monsoon season could bring significantly higher-than-normal rainfall, raising the risk of further flooding and displacement across vulnerable regions.
Japan remains one of WFP’s key global partners, having contributed over US$10 million since the 2022 floods to support humanitarian operations in Pakistan. The latest contribution further strengthens ongoing efforts to assist affected communities and enhance disaster preparedness in the country.
