According to the Chinese Embassy in Nepal, on September 3rd, Zhang Maoming, the Chinese Ambassador to Nepal, met with Nepalese Foreign Minister Sishir.
Zhang Maoming said that since the severe mudslide disaster occurred, the Chinese side has supported Nepal's disaster relief efforts in various forms. It is believed that with the joint efforts of both sides, the people of the two countries will surely be able to overcome the disaster and tide over this difficult time. Climate change is a common challenge faced by all of humanity, and no country can remain immune to its effects. The Chinese side is willing to continue working together with the international community, including Nepal, to strengthen exchanges and cooperation, and effectively prevent and reduce the adverse impacts of climate change.
Hisil said that the Nepalese government is sincerely grateful for China's generous assistance during times of need. On behalf of the government, he once again expressed sincere condolences to the Chinese government and people. Nepal and China share the Himalayan natural ecosystem, and both are affected by climate change. Nepal agrees with China's views that addressing climate change is a common responsibility of the international community. Nepal has no intention of seeking "climate justice compensation" from specific countries, including China. Instead, Nepal will seek compensation from the international community within the framework of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and its Paris Agreement.
On the morning of August 26th, a mudslide disaster occurred in Nepal, resulting in significant casualties and missing persons at the Jilong Port in Jilong County, Shigatse City, Tibet, China.
On September 3, spokesperson Guo Jiakun of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a regular press conference. A Bloomberg journalist asked whether, after the mudslide disaster, there were calls in Nepal for the United States, India, China, and other major global greenhouse gas emitters to provide climate compensation. What is the Chinese side's comment?
Guo Jiakun pointed out that climate change is a global challenge that requires the united efforts of all parties. China has always been a firm supporter and important contributor to global green development. It is actively and steadily implementing the ‘dual carbon’ goals, aiming to achieve the highest reduction in carbon emissions intensity worldwide. As the largest developing country, China always firmly upholds the legitimate rights and interests of developing countries, promotes the establishment of a fair and reasonable global climate governance system based on cooperation, and provides assistance to other developing countries through South-South cooperation mechanisms within its capabilities.
Guo Jiaqun said that China and Nepal are a community with a shared future connected by mountains and waters. The Chinese side is also one of the affected parties in this cross-border disaster. The Chinese side is willing to strengthen cooperation with the international community, including Nepal, to jointly prevent and reduce the adverse effects of climate change.
On the same day, according to the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on the morning of September 3rd, China’s third batch of emergency aid materials was transported to Nepal. These materials included tents, blankets, storage cabinets, medical protective clothing, and satellite communication equipment. Experts for DNA identification were also sent to Nepal to assist with the work. The Tibet Autonomous Region of China has provided Nepal with two Bailey bridges as emergency aid. Chinese Red Cross, the China Rural Development Foundation, and other organizations have donated relief materials to Nepal. Local Chinese associations and Chinese-owned enterprises in Nepal have also offered support and donations to Nepal. The Chinese side will continue to provide emergency assistance according to Nepalese needs and engage in international rescue cooperation.
After the disaster, Chinese meteorological and water resources departments worked closely with Nepalese counterparts to share monitoring information and jointly respond to the disaster. The China Meteorological Administration immediately contacted the Nepalese Meteorological Department, conducted video weather consultations, shared relevant information in real time, urgently developed a customized version of the "Mazu" system for use in Nepal, and provided it to the Nepalese side for trial use, providing meteorological support for Nepal's emergency rescue efforts.
