Climate Diplomacy
Summary
Nepal will use the UN General Assembly in New York to press for climate justice, international support, and reconstruction funds after the devastating Bhotekoshi flash flood. Prime Minister Balendra Shah is set to address the assembly and meet UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, while Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal holds bilateral talks on the sidelines.
Key Points
- Nepal will attend the 81st UN General Assembly to raise climate change concerns and seek climate finance after the Bhotekoshi flash flood.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah will lead the Nepali delegation, address the UNGA on September 24, and meet UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal will hold bilateral meetings and push Nepal’s demand for climate justice and reconstruction support.
- The government is also preparing for the COP climate conference in Türkiye and considering a donor conference to help rebuild flood-hit areas.
