Proposal to hold discussion on the agreement unanimously approved
Summary
The House of Representatives unanimously approved a proposal to discuss an agreement on the conservation and sustainable use of marine biological diversity beyond national jurisdiction. Law Minister Sobita Gautam said Nepal should be a stakeholder in international ocean governance as climate change warms the oceans.
Key Points
- The House of Representatives unanimously approved a proposal to discuss the UN agreement on marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction.
- Law Minister Sobita Gautam presented the proposal during today's House session.
- Gautam said Nepal should also take part in international ocean governance amid the crisis of oceans and climate change.
- The next meeting of the House of Representatives will be held on September 21 at 13:00 hours.
