Nepal will strongly voice for climate justice at UNGA
Summary
Nepal will strongly raise climate justice, disaster recovery and support for loss and damage at the UN General Assembly, with the prime minister expected to address the crisis caused by the Bhotekoshi disaster. The government is also preparing for reconstruction needs, a possible donor conference and further climate negotiations at COP in Türkiye.
Key Points
- Nepal plans to use the 81st UN General Assembly to press for climate justice, loss-and-damage support and broader backing for countries hit hard by climate change.
- The government says the Bhotekoshi disaster has made Nepal's reconstruction needs urgent, with preliminary estimates putting the cost at around US$4–5 billion.
- Officials are preparing a PDNA, possible donor conference and bilateral meetings to secure international resources and support.
- Nepal is also working with China on a hydrological and meteorological data-sharing mechanism to improve disaster preparedness.
