Before flood catastrophe, Nepal asked China for early warnings as risks mounted
Nepali officials are calling for improved data sharing with China regarding glacial risks following a devastating flood caused by a glacier collapse. Despite prior meetings to discuss hazard mapping, Nepal reports that insufficient information from Chinese authorities continues to hinder their disaster preparedness efforts.
Why it matters
Enhanced cross-border cooperation is critical for climate change adaptation and disaster mitigation in the vulnerable Himalayan region.
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