Funding shortfalls weaken demining efforts in Asia

First seen: Aug 18, 2026, 4:47 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 19, 2026, 5:16 AM UTC

WHAT HAPPENED

Donor fatigue is reducing funding for demining programs in Asia as active conflicts attract financial support. The headlines do not specify particular countries or the scale of the shortfall.

SO WHAT?

Reduced demining capacity could prolong risks from unexploded mines and hinder safety and recovery in affected areas.

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macaudailytimes.com.moen

Donor fatigue guts demining in Asia, as active conflicts draw away funding

Aug 19, 2026, 5:16 AM UTC

bostonherald.comen

Donor fatigue guts demining in Asia, as conflicts draw away funding

Aug 18, 2026, 6:02 PM UTC

sandiegouniontribune.comen

Donor fatigue guts demining in Asia, as conflicts draw away funding

Aug 18, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC

thetimes-tribune.comen

Donor fatigue guts demining in Asia, as conflicts draw away funding

Aug 18, 2026, 4:47 PM UTC