Prime Minister Shah leaves for New York to attend UN general assembly
Summary
Prime Minister Balendra Shah has left Kathmandu for New York to lead Nepal’s delegation to the 81st UN General Assembly, where he will highlight the Bhotekoshi floods, climate justice and Nepal’s role in UN peacekeeping. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is also holding meetings with Indian and US officials on reconstruction and recovery support.
Key Points
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah departed Kathmandu for New York to lead Nepal’s delegation to the 81st session of the UN General Assembly.
- He is expected to focus on the Bhotekoshi floods, climate justice, Nepal’s political transition and its peacekeeping contribution in his address.
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is meeting Indian and US officials to discuss flood reconstruction and possible assistance.
- Shah will meet UN Secretary-General António Guterres and other leaders before returning to Kathmandu on September 26.
