5 Unhealthiest Countries In Asia

2. Afghanistan 

Insider Monkey Score: 50.255 

Afghanistan is one of the unhealthiest countries in Asia. The political turmoil following the Taliban’s return to power has led to a collapse in the healthcare system. Afghanistan’s economy is heavily reliant on external aid, which constitutes about 80% of its budget. The suspension of aid has led to extreme poverty, increased malnutrition, and limited access to healthcare services, exacerbating health issues. Afghanistan’s healthcare system heavily relied on international aid, which has been drastically reduced. The withdrawal of funding from major donors like the World Bank and USAID has led to the closure of many health facilities.  As of 2023, as noted by HRW.org, more than 28 million people in Afghanistan required humanitarian assistance, with over 15 million experiencing acute hunger. The UN’s Humanitarian Response Plan has only met 13% of its objectives due to insufficient fundraising.