THE ROLE OF THE INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE OF THE RED CROSS(ICRC) HANDLING HUMANITARIAN CRISIS AFTER CONFLICT IN MARAWI PHILIPPINES IN 2017-2018

Abstract

This research explaining  the role of the ICRC in dealing with humanitarian crises caused by armed conflict in the Marawi City of the Philippines in 2017-2018, between the Philippine government and armed groups in Marawi. This conflict occurred when the Maute group ambushed the military vehicle of the Philippine government who wanted to capture the leader of the Abu Sayyaf group believed to be in the city of Marawi. Even though the conflict had ended, the resulting impact caused a humanitarian crisis. Since the conflict, the people of Marawi have experienced a difficult situation. They lost their homes because part of the town of Marawi has been destroyed by armed conflict. Some of the inhabitants of Marawi took refuge in refugee camps.

            This research uses the perspective of Pluralism, Pluralism believes that the state is not the only actor in international relations. This study uses International Organizational Theory and the Concept of Humanitarian Intervention. The techniques used in collecting research data come from journals, books, official documents, artkel, and websites. This study uses qualitative methods.

            The ICRC as an organization engaged in humanity has an obligation to assist pre-war victims during the conflict and also the impacts caused by the conflict such as the humanitarian crisis. The ICRC provides food assistance, treats injured victims, provides clean water and sanitation, distributes hygiene kits and household equipment during evacuation and meets the needs of conflict-affected populations.

Keywords: Role, International Humanitarian Law, ICRC, International Organizations, Humanitarian Crisis, Conflict, Humanitarian Intervention