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World Bank Provides Additional Financing to Support Earthquake Recovery and Resilient Housing in Türkiye [EN/TR]
By World Bank ReliefWeb
· July 2, 2026
· 3 min read
. ANKARA, June 30th, 2026– The World Bank today approved a €250 million additional loan to the Republic of Türkiye to scale up recovery and reconstruction efforts following the February 2023 earthquakes, focusing on resilient rural housing and the restoration of essential services. Together with €15
Key takeaway The February 2023 earthquakes caused widespread destruction across southern Türkiye, damaging hundreds of thousands of homes and displacing millions of people.
Why this matters
The World Bank's additional financing to support earthquake recovery in Türkiye highlights the ongoing need for resilient housing solutions in disaster-affected areas. With millions of people still displaced and awaiting permanent housing, the provision of 3,000 additional rural homes will help address the remaining unmet needs of affected households. The incorporation of a "build back better" approach in the reconstructed housing, focusing on resilience to future earthquakes and climate risks, as well as improved energy and water efficiency, is crucial for long-term recovery and sustainability. The involvement of organizations such as the Agence Française de Développement and the Global Facility for Disaster Reduction and Recovery underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in disaster response and reconstruction. As faith-based organizations and Christian charities continue to provide humanitarian relief in the region, the World Bank's financing will complement their efforts, ultimately supporting the government's goal of restoring access to essential services and resilient housing for affected communities.
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Category: disaster Published: July 2, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? . ANKARA, June 30th, 2026– The World Bank today approved a €250 million additional loan to the Republic of Türkiye to scale up recovery and reconstruction efforts following the February 2023 earthquakes, focusing on resilient rural housing and the restoration of essential services. Together with €15
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