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PUTRAJAYA, Aug 31 — The Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART) is still awaiting feedback fr...

The Nepalese government has declined offers of international rescue assistance as domestic efforts manage severe flooding that has caused widespread damage and casualties. Regional leaders, including Bangladesh, have extended condolences while emphasizing the need for coordinated disaster response.

The Nepalese government has refuted speculation that it introduced mandatory identity cards for Indian citizens crossing the border, calling the rumours 'misleading and incorrect'.
The Nepalese government's characterization of the country as a 'buffer state' has drawn disagreement from foreign policy experts, prompting a debate on its international standing.
The Nepalese government has formally requested and accepted foreign aid to support ongoing rescue and relief efforts following devastating floods. International teams are being mobilized to assist affected communities and restore critical infrastructure.

A university in Nepal canceled a Tibet-related event, citing an official order, though the Nepalese government has denied issuing such a directive, underscoring the country's sensitivity to China's stance on Tibet.

Hundreds of squatters in Kathmandu are protesting the Nepalese government's decision to dismantle their structures.
An opinion piece criticizes the Nepalese government for allegedly abandoning a proposed apology to the Dalit community without public acknowledgment or explanation.

Severe flooding and landslides triggered by complex environmental factors have killed over 500 people and left nearly 2,500 missing across Nepal. In response to the mounting crisis, the Nepalese government has reversed its stance and accepted international rescue assistance while domestic recovery efforts continue.
Following a recent political shift, the Nepalese government has unveiled a $13.8 billion budget aimed at boosting the nation's economy.

The Nepalese government is reportedly preparing to cancel approximately 1,600 appointments that are deemed to have been politically motivated. This move aims to address concerns over partisan influence in public service roles.
A Kathmandu Post article suggests it is premature to comment on the decorum of the Nepalese government's foreign policy, indicating ongoing developments or sensitivity.