WHO-supported health services provide essential care to patients, made possible with the generous support of the Government and people of Japan (Kabul). Photo credit: WHO. 12 January 2026, Kabul, Afghanistan – The World Health Organization (WHO) welcomes Japan’s new humanitarian assistance of US$ 240 000, reaffirming the steadfast commitment of the Government and People of Japan to sustaining life-saving humanitarian efforts for Afghanistan. This assistance includes dedicated support to WHO, enabling the Organization to address urgent health needs while strengthening essential health services. WHO’s share of the funding will support the continued delivery of life-saving care for the most vulnerable populations – including women, children and displaced families – with a particular focus on maintaining substance use treatment centres and ensuring the availability of critical emergency medical supplies where they are most needed. “We are thankful to the People and Government of Japan for...