Nepal Seeks Emergency Funds from 'Loss and Damage Fund' After BhoteKoshi Flood
Summary
Nepal has asked the international Loss and Damage Fund for emergency assistance after the devastating BhoteKoshi River flood caused widespread loss of life and property. The government says the damage far exceeds its internal response capacity and wants a special decision for immediate support.
Key Points
- The Government of Nepal has formally requested emergency funds from the Loss and Damage Fund after the BhoteKoshi flood disaster.
- Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle and Minister for Agriculture, Forest and Environment Gita Chaudhary jointly signed the letter to the Fund’s co-chairs.
- Officials say the damage is far beyond Nepal’s internal resources and are urging a special meeting for immediate assistance.
- Nepal says the flood shows the severe climate injustice faced by the country and is ready to provide damage assessments and coordination support.
