Environment diplomacy section established at Foreign Ministry
Summary
The Foreign Ministry has established an environment diplomacy section to strengthen Nepal’s climate and environmental diplomacy efforts. The new unit will coordinate with national bodies and support a more institutional approach to international climate forums.
Key Points
- The Foreign Ministry has set up an environment diplomacy section for the first time to institutionalize climate and environment diplomacy.
- The move responds to the increasing impact of climate change in Nepal and the need for stronger, more adequate responses.
- The section falls under the division handling the UN and specialized agencies and will coordinate with both international forums and national bodies.
- Foreign Minister Khanal said climate diplomacy should be pursued in a long-term and institutional manner, not only in conferences and events.
