Nepal Reverses Stance on Foreign Aid Amid Ongoing Flood Crisis

In a dramatic shift, the Nepalese government has sought international rescue assistance just two days after initially declining offers. This decision comes as hundreds are feared trapped in hydropower tunnels and thousands remain unaccounted for following devastating flash floods near the Chinese border last week.

Observers suggest that this change of heart is influenced by past experiences, particularly the chaotic involvement of foreign rescue teams during the 2015 earthquake. The government’s hesitance to accept foreign help earlier may have stemmed from these challenges.

Source: www.scmp.com