Wisma Putra: 36 Malaysians still uncontactable in China, 55 in Nepal
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Reuters) – Malaysia’s Foreign Ministry said on Sunday that 91 citizens remain uncontactable after floods and landslides in Nepal and travel disruptions in China, with 36 Malaysians still missing in…
Source: The Star Malaysia · August 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM · AI-assisted report
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PUTRAJAYA, 30 AUGUST 2026 —
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Reuters) – Malaysia’s Foreign Ministry said on Sunday that 91 citizens remain uncontactable after floods and landslides in Nepal and travel disruptions in China, with 36 Malaysians still missing in China and 55 in Nepal.
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The ministry’s statement said the figure reflects the latest tally of Malaysians whose whereabouts cannot be confirmed following the mudslide at Gyirong Port in Xizang, China, on Aug 26, and the severe flooding and landslides that have battered Nepal’s capital and surrounding regions. The uncontactable count has not changed since the ministry last updated the public, underscoring the ongoing difficulty of locating affected nationals in both countries.
Wisma Putra noted that Chinese authorities in Xizang have reported three Malaysians among the foreign nationals unaccounted for after the Gyirong Port mudslide. “However, the three Malaysians are already included in the 36 Malaysians reported as uncontactable in China,” the ministry said, confirming that the three are part of the broader Chinese tally.
The foreign ministry added that information received from both China and Nepal is being cross‑checked to avoid duplication, a step intended to ensure that the total of 91 uncontactable Malaysians is accurate.
The Malaysian embassies in Beijing and Kathmandu are working closely with local authorities to verify the safety and location of the missing citizens. In Kathmandu, the embassy has extended consular assistance to families of Malaysians who remain uncontactable after travelling to the Nepalese capital. The assistance includes regular updates on the situation, guidance on local procedures and coordination with Nepalese officials.
Families have been urged to follow all safety instructions issued by Nepalese authorities, Wisma Putra said.
In Beijing, the embassy is maintaining dialogue with Chinese officials to explore possible access to areas nearer the Gyirong Port site. The ministry stressed that any deployment of Malaysian officers to the affected zones would require approval from the relevant Chinese authorities and would be contingent on prevailing safety and access conditions on the ground. The statement did not specify any planned movement of personnel but indicated that discussions are ongoing.
Wisma Putra’s operations room in Putrajaya continues to run around the clock, coordinating information flow and providing assistance to Malaysians in the affected regions and to their relatives back home. The 24‑hour centre monitors developments in both countries, cross‑verifies reports from embassies and local authorities, and updates families as new information becomes available.
The ministry’s communication comes as both Nepal and China grapple with the humanitarian fallout from the natural disasters. In Nepal, the floods and landslides have disrupted transport networks and hampered rescue efforts, while in China the mudslide at Gyirong Port has prompted a broader search for missing foreign nationals. The Malaysian government’s emphasis on consular support and information verification reflects its broader policy of safeguarding citizens abroad during crises.
No further details on the identities of the uncontactable Malaysians, the specific locations where they were last known to be, or the timeline for potential rescue operations were provided. The foreign ministry reiterated that it will continue to liaise with the respective authorities and keep the public informed as the situation evolves.
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