Nepal, South Korea discuss flood rescue, disaster recovery and climate finance
Summary
Nepal and South Korea discussed rescue efforts for South Korean nationals missing after the Bhotekoshi river flood, along with disaster recovery and climate finance. The two sides also agreed to deepen cooperation in labour, trade, investment, technology and people-to-people ties.
Key Points
- Nepal and South Korea reviewed search, rescue and relief operations after the August 26 Bhotekoshi river flooding.
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal thanked South Korea for sending rapid response and disaster relief teams and for providing humanitarian assistance.
- Cho Hyun said South Korea was ready to support Nepal’s post-disaster reconstruction and rehabilitation.
- The ministers agreed to work together on climate-disaster advocacy and international financial support, while expanding broader bilateral cooperation.
