KATHMANDU — Authorities are seeking public assistance in locating a missing Korean national last seen trekking in Nepal's Everest region.
Mr. Yeon-Sang Chung, 67, approximately 165cm tall, has been reported missing following a trek in the Khumbu region between December 23, 2025, and January 6, 2026. He failed to board his scheduled flight to Korea on January 10, 2026.
Limited information is available about his trekking arrangements, including whether he was accompanied by a registered guide or trekking company.
The Trekking Agencies' Association of Nepal (TAAN) has issued an urgent appeal to trekking guides, local communities, and anyone in the Everest region who may have seen Mr. Chung.
Anyone with information is urged to contact:
TAAN: +977-9843687548 or [email protected]
Korean Contact (Dosik Choi): +82-10-6363-1176 or [email protected]
Authorities are requesting immediate cooperation from all trekking communities in the search efforts.
