China sends third batch of emergency relief supplies to Nepal

Summary

China has sent a third batch of emergency relief supplies to Nepal, including mortuary freezers, epidemic prevention materials and Bailey bridges. Ten Chinese forensic experts also arrived to help identify victims as Nepal continues its disaster response.

Key Points
  • China’s third batch of emergency relief supplies arrived in Nepal on Thursday aboard a Y-20A transport aircraft of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force.
  • Ten Chinese forensic experts also arrived to assist Nepal in identifying victims from the disaster.
  • The shipment includes mortuary freezers, epidemic prevention materials, daily necessities and Bailey bridges needed to restore access in affected areas.
  • The equipment needed to erect the first batch of Bailey bridges has already reached the Lizi–Nechung border port for handover.
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