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Nepal has resumed search and rescue operations following devastating floods, with nearly 3,000 people still missing, including at least 540 foreign nationals. The government is appealing for international technical assistance and billions of dollars in aid to support recovery and reconstruction efforts. The disaster has caused widespread destruction across the country, prompting a major humanitarian response. The article, published by The Business Times on August 30, 2026, highlights the scale of the crisis and Nepal's urgent need for external support to manage the aftermath of the flooding.
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Nearly 3,000 people remain missing, including at least 540 foreign nationals
Published: Sun, Aug 30, 2026 · 09:36 AM
Search and rescue operations resumed in the afternoon as Nepal continues to grapple with the aftermath of devastating floods. The government has issued an urgent appeal for international technical assistance and billions of dollars in aid to support recovery efforts.
Nearly 3,000 people remain missing, including at least 540 foreign nationals, as authorities race against time to locate survivors and recover victims.
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The Business TimesRegional
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