South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Meets Nepali Counterpart Khanal Amidst Flood Aftermath
Summary
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho met Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal in Kathmandu to discuss the Rasuwa flood aftermath, the search for missing Korean citizens, and further assistance for relief and reconstruction. The two sides also called for stronger cooperation on climate change and disaster financing in international forums.
Key Points
- South Korean Foreign Minister Cho met Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal at Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs during a three-day visit to Kathmandu.
- They discussed the Rasuwa flood, which left nine South Korean citizens missing at the Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project.
- South Korea said it could provide more assistance and technical support for rescue, relief, and post-disaster reconstruction if needed.
- Both sides emphasized joint action on climate change impacts and support for Nepal in international climate forums.
