Chinese Embassy Addresses Transparency Allegations Regarding Hydrological Data
Summary
The Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu has rejected Nepali media allegations of a lack of transparency in hydrological and meteorological data, saying China is sharing key information with Nepali agencies daily. It said it is working to restore data communication after a landslide damaged the monitoring center at the Kerung-Rasuwagadhi border crossing.
Key Points
- The Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu said allegations of non-transparency in hydrological and meteorological data are contrary to the facts.
- A severe landslide at the Kerung-Rasuwagadhi border crossing damaged the monitoring center and disrupted transport and signal communication.
- China says it is providing daily hydrological and meteorological data to Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology and sharing information with other Nepali bodies.
- The embassy said China will continue supporting Nepal’s disaster management, reconstruction, and cooperation efforts.
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