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Hong Kong sets aside HK$50 million from relief fund for Nepal-Tibet flood victims
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Hong Kong sets aside HK$50 million from relief fund for Nepal-Tibet flood victims

The Hong Kong government has allocated HK$50 million (approximately US$6.3 million) from the Disaster Relief Fund to assist victims of devastating flash floods near the Nepal-Tibet border. The floods, triggered by a massive mud and rock collapse along the Himalayan border, have resulted in numerous deaths and missing persons. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu expressed condolences to the victims and their families, stating that the Disaster Relief Fund Advisory Committee will process aid requests promptly. The announcement was made via a Facebook post, highlighting the government's immediate response to the humanitarian crisis.

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Hong Kong sets aside HK$50 million from relief fund for Nepal-Tibet flood victims

The Hong Kong government has allocated HK$50 million (approximately US$6.3 million) from the Disaster Relief Fund to assist victims of devastating flash floods near the Nepal-Tibet border. The floods, triggered by a massive mud and rock collapse along the Himalayan border, have resulted in numerous deaths and missing persons. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu expressed condolences to the victims and their families, stating that the Disaster Relief Fund Advisory Committee will process aid requests promptly. The announcement was made via a Facebook post, highlighting the government's immediate response to the humanitarian crisis.

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