NNA - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Lebanon is pleased to announce a new contribution of 1 million USD from the Republic of Korea, aimed at bolstering support to communities in South Lebanon affected by the recent conflict. The escalation of hostilities in Lebanon since September 2024 has caused widespread destruction of civilian infrastructure, businesses, and homes, particularly in the South.

The Republic of Korea since 2022 has generously funded UNDP initiatives in South Lebanon to strengthen the capacity of local authorities, improve basic services, and enhance access to livelihood opportunities in vulnerable host communities. This ongoing partnership has been instrumental in improving living conditions in the region.

Key intervention sectors were identified through a conflict-sensitive consultative process involving eight municipalities within the Tyre caza in South Lebanon. These municipalities include Abbasiyeh, Borghliyeh, Borj Rahal, Tayer Debba, Naqoura, Deir Anon Al Naher, Tebnin, and Rcheif. The interventions complement the peacekeeping efforts of the Republic of Korea’s UNIFIL battalion deployed in the region.

The most urgent needs identified by the communities concern solid waste management, water and wastewater management, flood risk management, and improvements to municipal and agricultural infrastructure to rebuild livelihood opportunities.

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