Financial assistance nearing NPR 3 billion has been approved for Nepal to support relief and rehabilitation efforts following a destructive flood. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the decision during a press briefing, explaining that the assistance responds to a formal request submitted to the fund's board on 31 August 2026. The funding is intended to help manage the severe human and economic consequences left behind by the disaster on 26 August. Alongside disaster recovery updates, preparations are moving forward for high-level representation at the upcoming UN Climate Change Conference, designated as COP31. The global summit is scheduled to take place in Antalya, Türkiye, running from 9 November to 20 November 2026. During the international gathering, delegates from Nepal and South Korea intend to formalise a Framework Agreement for Cooperation on Climate Change. The ministry stated that the delegation plans to utilise various sideline discussions during the conference to collaborate with other mountainous nations. These engagements will focus on drawing international attention to the severe environmental and community impacts affecting the Himalayan region and mountain populations due to shifting climate patterns.
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Nepal to receive nearly Rs 3 billion in flood relief grants
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the grant approved by the fund to address losses from the August 26 flood.
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In short
- Nepal is set to receive close to NPR 3 billion in grants for flood recovery.
- The financial backing addresses losses from the devastating flood on 26 August.
- Delegates will sign a climate cooperation framework with South Korea at COP31.
From public sources and the WeNepal research team
https://wenepal.com/article/nepal-to-receive-nearly-rs-3-billion-in-flood-relief-grants-20261030
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