Nepal, Maldives foreign ministers hold phone talks over Bhotekoshi flood

Summary

Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal and Maldives’ Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam held a phone call after the Bhotekoshi flood, with Maldives expressing condolences and solidarity. The two sides also discussed climate-vulnerable countries and cooperation on climate justice and climate action.

Key Points
  • Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal and Maldives’ Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam held telephone talks on Monday.
  • Adam conveyed condolences and solidarity with the Government and people of Nepal after the Bhotekoshi flood.
  • Khanal thanked the Government and people of Maldives for their support.
  • The two ministers discussed climate vulnerability and cooperation on climate justice at regional and multilateral forums.
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