China sends third batch of emergency relief supplies to Nepal: spokesman

China

China sends third batch of emergency relief supplies to Nepal: spokesman

2026-09-03 16:39 Last Updated At：19:37

The third batch of emergency relief supplies from China to Nepal was dispatched on Thursday morning, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said at a regular media briefing Thursday in Beijing.

The supplies include tents, blankets, morgue freezers, medical protective clothing and satellite communications equipment, he said.

The second group of DNA identification experts departed for Nepal on the same flight to assist the Nepali side in relevant work, Guo said.

"The Xizang Autonomous Region has urgently provided two Bailey bridges to the Nepali side. The Red Cross Society of China, the China Foundation for Rural Development and other institutions located in Nepal have donated relief materials to Nepal. Chinese associations and Chinese enterprises in Nepal have also provided support and donations. China will continue to provide emergency assistance based on Nepal's needs and carry out international rescue cooperation," Guo told reporters.

Since the disaster occurred, Chinese meteorological and water resources authorities have maintained close cooperation with their Nepali counterparts, sharing monitoring information and jointly responding to the disaster, he said.

"China Meteorological Administration contacted Nepal's Department of Hydrology and Meteorology immediately, held video consultations on weather, shared real-time information, and rushed to develop a Nepal-specific cloud-based customized version of MAZU (China's artificial intelligence-powered meteorological early warning solution) and delivered it to the Nepali side for trial use, providing meteorological support for Nepal's rescue and relief operations. The Ministry of Water Resources has continuously shared hydrological monitoring, early-warning and forecasting information with Nepal," Guo said. "The Nepali side has expressed deep gratitude to China for standing shoulder to shoulder with Nepal in disaster response and providing important support for its relief efforts, saying that this highlights the great neighborly friendship between China and Nepal. China will continue to strengthen cooperation with Nepal in relevant fields and provide strong support for Nepal's emergency rescue and response efforts", he said.

Power generators in growing demand as Khartoum copes with unreliable electricity supply

Years of electricity disruptions have created a parallel power economy in Sudan, as generators, solar power systems, and batteries are becoming essential for households and businesses in the capital Khartoum and other cities.

As Khartoum struggles to recover from the devastating effects of the war, prolonged power outages are compounding the hardships facing residents.

To keep the lights on at homes or businesses, one must first find power solutions. Generators are now an essential element for many business sectors, homes and public facilities. This makes the electricity crisis a source of income for traders and suppliers.

"Generators are very costly, and to run a business relying on generators and fuel will force you to add the extra cost [into the consumer price,]" said Ahmed Aljafri, a generator owner.

Just as demand grows for generators, repairs, fuel and batteries as a result of frequent power disruptions, so the need increases for technicians and suppliers to keep the sector operating.

"The volume of work has significantly increased in Khartoum since 2025. People pursue reliable power solutions including both solar panels and fuel generators for homes and shops as well," said Mozamil Ahmed, power engineer.

As life gradually returns back to normal, parts of the capital are reconnecting to the national grid. Experts say alternative power could remain crucial as the national grid undergoes reconstruction.