Thirty-four Australians missing in Nepal flash floods: PM Albanese
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced that 34 Australians are missing following devastating flash floods in the Nepal-Tibet border region. The disaster has resulted in at least 160 deaths, with rescue efforts hampered by limited local resources.
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This highlights the humanitarian impact of climate-related natural disasters and the challenges of international coordination during crises.
Thirty-four Australians are missing following flash flooding through the Nepal-Tibet border region , Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday (August 27, 2026).
"At this point, Nepal is a developing country; it doesn't have the resources that an event like that would have in Australia, so information is difficult," he told a panel discussion.
"Our thoughts are with all those who will be concerned about their loved ones today."
The Australians are among hundreds of people missing in flash floods and landslides that killed at least 160. The death toll appeared likely to rise.
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