Gokyo conference urges Nepal to lead mountain nations on climate justice
Summary
The Gokyo conference on World Earth Day called for Nepal to lead mountain nations on climate justice, highlighting risks from glacial lake outburst floods and urging inclusive climate action.
Key Points
- The Gokyo Declaration urges Nepal to lead mountain and Himalayan countries in advancing climate justice.
- The conference stresses strengthening climate diplomacy and prioritizing mountain issues internationally.
- Experts highlighted increasing risks of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF) in the Gokyo region.
- The declaration calls for gender-sensitive, sustainable energy solutions and inclusive climate action involving marginalized communities.
