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Banjir kilat di Nepal, 54 rakyat Malaysia hilang

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Banjir kilat di Nepal, 54 rakyat Malaysia hilang

A sudden flash flood in Nepal has left 54 Malaysian nationals missing, up from 17 reported yesterday, according to local media. The deluge caused by the overflowing Bhote Koshi River has destroyed villages, roads, buildings, and hydroelectric projects in the Rasuwagadhi-Timure area of Nepal.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim conveyed this information through a Facebook post, stating that Malaysia's High Commission in Kathmandu is working closely with the Nepalese authorities and relevant agencies. He expressed deep concern over the 54 Malaysian nationals who have not yet been accounted for, and assured that a thorough investigation is underway to secure their safety and welfare.

Government officials from Malaysia's Advisory Council in Dhaka, Bangladesh are also actively engaged to strengthen coordination efforts on the ground. Yesterday, the Nepal Tourism Board reported that 17 Malaysian nationals among hundreds of foreign nationals were among the missing due to the sudden flood.

Anwar Ibrahim shared this update on Facebook, emphasizing the government's commitment to providing maximum assistance and ensuring the safety of Malaysian citizens affected by the tragedy.

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