Global aid heads to Nepal after devastating flash flood

NEW DELHI - Countries and organisations around the world have begun sending cash, relief supplies and other assistance to Nepal as it responds to the aftermath of a devastating flash flood that killed more than 160 people and left hundreds missing.So far, here is a list of aid and assistance announced as well as delivered:ChinaChina has coordinated emergency supplies and cash assistance to Nepal, China's Ambassador to Nepal said in a post on social media website X.European UnionThe EU is ready to "mobilise further European assistance", European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on X.IndiaIndia has sent 10 metric tons of disaster-relief supplies, including temporary shelters, blankets, hygiene kits, solar lamps and medicines, India's foreign ministry said.International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent SocietiesThe federation said in a statement it is releasing 1 million Swiss francs (S$1.58 million) in emergency funding to support the Nepal Red Cross Society's flood response.United StatesThe US was sending a disaster response adviser to Nepal and providing funds worth US$500,000 (S$635,000), the State Department said.World Health OrganisationThe WHO has dispatched essential emergency medical supplies, including medicines and multipurpose tents, WHO Nepal said on X. REUTERS