Nepal, South Korea discuss flood response, missing nationals
Summary
Nepal and South Korea discussed the ongoing flood response after the devastating Bhotekoshi floods, including efforts to locate missing South Korean nationals. The two sides also pledged cooperation on relief, reconstruction and broader climate change support.
Key Points
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal met South Korea’s Cho Hyun at Singha Durbar to discuss flood response and the search for missing South Korean nationals.
- Nepal thanked South Korea for sending rapid response and Korea Disaster Relief Team units, along with humanitarian aid and relief supplies.
- Nepal sought support for rebuilding resilient infrastructure after the disaster, and South Korea pledged help for reconstruction.
- Both ministers said Nepal and South Korea should work together to raise global awareness of climate change impacts and secure more financial support for Nepal.
