이 대통령 “네팔 홍수 수색·구조에 가용자원 총동원”

President Jae Myung pledged on the 27th to mobilize all available resources to search for and rescue victims of the Nepal flood disaster. At the emergency meeting held in Seoul's diplomatic mission complex, he emphasized that the safety and lives of the nation's citizens are paramount and called for the full allocation of resources to ensure the best possible response.

The President directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to coordinate with relevant agencies, local embassies, the rapid response team currently deployed in Nepal, and Korean companies present in the region to deploy all necessary manpower and resources.

Nine Korean nationals are missing after a flood struck the northern Himalayan region of Nepal, while another ten are isolated but deemed safe. The missing Koreans are employees of Korean Southern Power Development and Daesung Real Estate. In response to the unfolding crisis, the President canceled a scheduled meeting with senior aides and convened an emergency session to assess the situation.

He urged the Nepalese government to consider any human resources or support methods that could be offered, and warned of potential worsening conditions in nearby areas due to damaged roads and communication lines.

The President expressed deep concern for both the victims and their families, urging for empathy and swift support. He also called on the government to review and implement strategies for timely relief and recovery efforts, ensuring that no aid is lacking in its kindness.