Delayed Response or Calculated Caution? The recent floods in Nepal, which have left nearly 800 dead and over 2,500 missing, raise uncomfortable questions about the government's handling of international aid.
The decision to initially refuse overseas help has sparked debate, with some accusing Kathmandu of being slow to respond.
Nepal's experience with foreign teams following the devastating 2015 earthquake is a significant factor in this reluctance. The chaotic response then, marred by corruption and mismanagement, has left a lasting legacy.