PM Shah and Australian counterpart hold telephone conversation on response to devastating floods

Kathmandu: Prime Minister Balendra Shah and his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese, held a telephone conversation this morning, discussing Nepal’s ongoing disaster situation and Australia’s support for relief and rescue efforts.

According to Deepa Dahal, Press and Research Expert to the Prime Minister, Prime Minister Shah said it was important to communicate with his Australian counterpart at a time when Nepal is going through a difficult situation.

Prime Minister Shah expressed gratitude to the Australian Government and its people for their solidarity following the massive Bhotekoshi River flood in Rasuwa on August 26, which caused significant loss of life, property and infrastructure.

He also appreciated Australia’s assistance in Nepal’s rescue and relief efforts following the disaster. In particular, he thanked Australia for deploying a team of drone operators, including technical specialists, as well as providing essential relief supplies and financial assistance.

During the conversation, Prime Minister Shah said search efforts for Australian nationals who went missing in the floods were being intensified.

Highlighting the long-standing and close relations between Nepal and Australia, Shah said Nepal would continue to coordinate and co-operate with Australia in search, rescue, relief and rehabilitation efforts during the disaster.

Australian Prime Minister Albanese expressed concern over the difficulties Nepal is facing in the aftermath of the disaster.