Climate Diplomacy In UN Forum
Summary
Nepal is pressing for stronger climate diplomacy at the 81st UN General Assembly after devastating Himalayan floods exposed its vulnerability to global warming. The piece argues that Nepal should seek compensation from climate loss and damage funds as a right, not as charity.
Key Points
- The 81st United Nations General Assembly opens next week, with a high-level Nepalese delegation participating in the annual forum.
- The article traces the history of the UN and Nepal’s long diplomatic engagement, including Nepal’s membership in 1955 and its active role in peacekeeping and multilateral diplomacy.
- It says the recent Himalayan floods show Nepal’s severe climate vulnerability despite its tiny share of global carbon emissions.
- Nepal should pursue climate diplomacy more assertively at the UN and COP forums to secure loss-and-damage compensation as a right.
