Ministry of Foreign Affairs Establishes Climate Diplomacy Branch
Summary
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established a Climate Diplomacy Branch to strengthen Nepal’s role in international climate discussions and coordinate climate response efforts. The new unit will gather scientific data, work with domestic institutions, and support Nepal’s preparations for global climate forums.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has created a Climate Diplomacy Branch to make climate diplomacy and climate response more effective.
- Spokesperson Lok Bahadur Chhetri said the branch will assess climate-related disasters, collect scientific data, and coordinate work with domestic institutions.
- The unit will operate under the United Nations and specialized agencies division and use a one-door system to coordinate climate-related efforts across ministries.
- The move was linked to the BhoteKoshi and Trishuli floods in Rasuwa, which highlighted Nepal’s vulnerability to climate impacts.
