South Korea ready to support Nepal’s post-disaster reconstruction
Summary
South Korea has said it is ready to support Nepal’s post-disaster reconstruction after the Bhotekoshi River flood, while also helping with search and rescue efforts for missing South Korean nationals. The two countries also pledged to work together on climate change advocacy and bilateral cooperation.
Key Points
- Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal met South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun in Kathmandu to discuss flood response and missing South Korean nationals.
- South Korea thanked Nepal for coordination and said it had sent a rapid response team and the Korea Disaster Relief Team to affected areas.
- Cho Hyun said South Korea was ready to support Nepal’s post-disaster reconstruction and would back Nepal’s case for international climate-related assistance.
- The two sides also agreed to strengthen bilateral ties and raise the issue of climate impacts at forums such as COP.
