Five missing Japanese nationals highlighted in top envoy’s dialogue with Nepal
The Japanese government has decided to provide blankets, tents and other relief goods, and is considering dispatching a disaster relief team.
Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi of Japan has urged Nepal to utilize all available resources to locate and rescue five Japanese nationals who have been missing since severe flash floods struck regions close to the border with China. The call was made during a phone conversation on Monday between Motegi and the Nepali Foreign Minister, Shisir Khanal.
Khanal assured Motegi that the Nepalese government would devote every effort to finding and rescuing the missing individuals, including the Japanese nationals, and would work closely with the international community, particularly Japan. Motegi informed Khanal that the Japanese government has pledged to supply blankets, tents, and other essential relief materials to the affected areas.
Furthermore, Japan is contemplating extending support via international organizations and potentially deploying a specialized disaster relief team from Japan. Khanal expressed his appreciation for Japan's generous assistance.
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