Korean Foreign Minister Promises Disaster and Climate Support Following Bhotekoshi Floods
Summary
Nepal and South Korea have pledged closer cooperation after the Bhote Koshi flash flood, with Seoul promising support for rescue, relief, reconstruction and climate-related advocacy. The talks also centered on tracing missing South Korean citizens and strengthening bilateral ties.
Key Points
- Nepal's Foreign Affairs Minister Shisir Khanal met South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun in Singha Durbar to discuss the Bhote Koshi flood response.
- South Korea pledged continued support for Nepal's search, rescue, relief and reconstruction efforts, including humanitarian aid and a rapid response team.
- Both sides emphasized rebuilding resilient infrastructure under a Build Back Better framework.
- Cho Hyun said climate-driven disasters require shared global responsibility and promised support for climate advocacy at international forums.
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