The Government of the Republic of Korea, together with the UN Resident Coordinator in Syria, UNDP, UNICEF and WFP, reported on 24 August 2026 the launch of a second phase of Korea-funded humanitarian and early recovery initiatives in Syria. The partnership totals US$18.95 million and covers three initiatives: US$6 million for UNDP's R.E.V.I.V.E II project, US$7.95 million for UNICEF work on education, nutrition and health services, and US$5 million for WFP's REACH Phase 2 food and nutrition support.

According to the announcement, the UNDP project is planned to cover debris removal, mine action, infrastructure rehabilitation and livelihoods support in Aleppo, Deir-ez-Zor and Idleb governorates. It was expected to clear around 450,000 metric tons of debris, directly benefit 194,490 people and indirectly reach over 1.2 million. The UNICEF component was described as aiming to improve outcomes for at least 400,000 vulnerable children and women in hard-to-reach areas and communities hosting returning families.

The WFP component was described as intended to assist 10,000 people with monthly cash-based assistance and 28,000 children under five and pregnant and breastfeeding women and girls with treatment for moderate acute malnutrition. Ambassador Geon Gyusuk said Korea was building on the first phase, and UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator a.i. Nathalie Fustier thanked Korea for its continued partnership.