'The earthquakes in Nepal destroyed half a million homes. There will be a huge need for support for reconstruction for a long time to come. We are now increasing Norway's support to Nepal to a total of NOK 230 million,' said Minister of Foreign Affairs Børge Brende.

Mr Brende announced an additional contribution of NOK 100 million in humanitarian support from Norway at the International Conference on Nepal's Reconstruction in Kathmandu today. Norway has already provided NOK 130 million in emergency relief following the earthquakes in April and May, which affected eight million people. A great deal of aid has already reached Nepal, but 2.8 million people are still in need of humanitarian assistance.

The additional funds for Nepal will be used for reconstruction efforts, with particular focus on food, health, education and protection. Vulnerable groups such as children and people with disabilities will be given priority.

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