UNRCPD resumes its operations from Kathmandu, Nepal

On 7 February 2017, UNRCPD resumed its operations from Kathmandu, Nepal. After strong earthquakes damaged the UNRCPD office premises in Nepal, and in order to ensure the continuity of its planned programmes and services to the countries in Asia and the Pacific, the Regional Centre was temporarily relocated to Bangkok in May 2015. Since the temporary relocation, the UNODA has been working closely with the Government of Nepal to make the necessary arrangements for the Regional Centre to resume its operations from Kathmandu at the earliest possible date. UNODA is very grateful to the Government of Nepal for its cooperation and support, including financial commitments to make the relocation possible. It also greatly appreciates the support by Member States from the region.