GNN, Kathmandu. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Megan Bouldin met with Acting Prime Minister and Finance Minister Dr. Swarnim Wagle on Wednesday to discuss Nepal’s flood recovery and long-term reconstruction efforts.

During the meeting, Bouldin reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to supporting communities affected by the disaster and continuing efforts to locate missing American citizens. She said the United States has provided more than $36 million in assistance to Nepal so far.

The assistance includes funding for permanent bridges, drinking water and sanitation, shelter, livelihood recovery, winter support and disaster-response equipment. The new assistance is aimed at strengthening Nepal’s recovery and resilience in the aftermath of the floods.

Bouldin also thanked the Nepal government for its efforts to improve the business environment for American companies operating in the country. The two sides discussed measures to further strengthen the environment for U.S. businesses and investment in Nepal.