The devastating earthquake that hit Nepal last weekend has left the country — and the international community — scrambling to get help to those who need it. Contested borders and international geopolitics can complicate this process, and this earthquake is no exception. Just how does Nepal's relationship with its neighboring China factor in to this process? Time will tell, but a few interesting developments have already emerged:
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- Nepal is receiving substantial assistance from the Chinese government, but Taiwan has either been overlooked or left out after offering to provide help.
- While offering condolences to victims of the quake at a Monday press briefing, White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest conspicuously avoided mentioning Tibet, a semi-autonomous region in western China, as among the regions affected.
What can we do to help from over here in the USA? Check this detailed comparison of different ways to get your donation to those affected as quickly and efficiently as possible. This spreadsheet was compiled by Shrochis Karki.