Thirty-four Australians missing in Nepal flash floods: PM Albanese

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese conveyed on Thursday that information regarding the missing Australians in the Nepal flash floods is scarce, as families anxiously await updates from the affected region. The National, citing the PM, reported that the situation is challenging due to Nepal's status as a developing country with limited resources to manage such disasters.

Albanese made these remarks during a panel discussion, expressing his condolences to those concerned for their loved ones. The Australian government's foreign ministry confirmed that they are aware of Australians among the hundreds missing due to the flash floods and landslides, which have claimed at least 160 lives, and the toll is expected to increase.

Australia's foreign ministry stated they are actively working to confirm the welfare of the affected Australians, liaising with local authorities and tour operators. An Abu Dhabi-based Nepali expat recounted the harrowing ordeal of flood victims who were found 200 kilometers downstream in India. The death toll is currently rising, with the latest figure of 160 victims.