China Intensifies Flood and Landslide Rescue and Relief Efforts in Nepal
Summary
China has intensified rescue and relief assistance to Nepal after devastating floods and landslides, sending transport aircraft, emergency supplies, expert teams and technical support. Nepal has received cash aid, rescue equipment and forensic experts to help search, rescue and identify victims in the affected areas.
Key Points
- China has expanded rescue and relief support to Nepal after floods and landslides in the Bhote Koshi and Nepal-China border areas.
- Two Y-20 transport aircraft brought about 50 tons of emergency supplies, rescue equipment and a tunnel rescue expert team to Kathmandu.
- A second and third batch of aid included drones, DNA testing equipment, water purification gear, lighting equipment and a 10-member forensic expert team.
- The Chinese government has provided US$2 million in emergency flood relief, while the Chinese Red Cross contributed US$200,000 to Nepal’s disaster relief fund.
