{
  "id": 3983642,
  "title": "Two Malaysians in Nepal located, 55 others unreachable, says Wisma Putra",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/two-malaysians-in-nepal-located-55-others-unreachable-says-wisma-putra",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-28T14:54:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Borneo Post Online",
    "slug": "borneo-post-online",
    "url": "https://www.theborneopost.com/2026/08/28/two-malaysians-in-nepal-located-55-others-unreachable-says-wisma-putra/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "PUTRAJAYA (Aug 28): As flash floods and landslides continue to wreak havoc in Nepal, Malaysia has reported success in locating two of the 57 Malaysians previously untraceable. However, 55 others remain unreachable, according to Deputy Secretary-General (Bilateral Affairs) Datuk Syed Mohamad Hasrin Tengku Hussin. The two Malaysians found safe are undergoing further verification to ensure accurate information and prevent duplication. Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Hasan has emphasized the need to monitor operations closely and increase efforts to locate the remaining Malaysians. The Malaysian High Commission in Dhaka has dispatched an official to Kathmandu to support the embassy's efforts in coordinating information, monitoring developments, and liaising with Nepalese authorities. The Malaysian Embassy in Kathmandu is also working alongside various Nepalese agencies, including the Nepal Tourism Board and relevant tour operators, to gather and verify information about the unreachable Malaysians. So far, Nepalese authorities have reported rescuing 528 individuals, comprising 490 Nepalese and 38 foreigners, but none of them are Malaysian. The challenging terrain, damaged infrastructure, and adverse weather conditions have hindered search and rescue operations in the affected Rasua district, making access difficult and information gathering challenging. The Malaysian operations room in Putrajaya is now operating 24/7 to coordinate information, assist stranded Malaysians, and provide updates to their families. All received information must be cross-checked with Nepalese authorities and internal records to avoid confusion. Family members with pertinent information are encouraged to contact the Putrajaya Operations Room via phone (+603 8887 4570) or email (dutyofficer@kln.gov.my).",
  "summary": "PUTRAJAYA (Aug 28): Two of the 57 Malaysians previously reported as untraceable following flash floods and landslides in Nepal have been located, while 55 others remain unreachable as of 2.22pm today. Foreign Ministry Deputy Secretary-General (Bilateral Affairs) Datuk Syed Mohamad Hasrin Tengku Hussin said the two Malaysians had been successfully located, but their information and [...] The post…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}