The Economic Times

Nepal-China trade hit as Bhotekoshi floods disrupt key border routes ahead of festivals

Flash floods in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River have disrupted vital trade with China. Damaged infrastructure has forced cargo trucks onto longer, more expensive alternative routes. This disruption impacts the timely arrival of consumer goods for upcoming festivals. Traders face significant financial losses and increased transportation costs for imports. The floods also caused a severe humanitarian crisis with many deaths and missing persons.