Opinion | How Nepal’s current crisis sparks a new vision for multilateral engagements in the face of climate challenges
Summary
Nepal is being urged to pair a renewed commitment to multilateralism with a clear diplomatic appeal for international support over climate-driven disasters, including the Rasuwa floods. The piece argues that Nepal’s upcoming UN General Assembly moment could reshape its foreign policy vision around Himalayan climate challenges.
Key Points
- Nepal’s upcoming UN General Assembly appearance is framed as a turning point for its diplomatic strategy and global messaging.
- The article argues that multilateralism is under strain worldwide because of weak leadership, protectionism, and the limitations of international organizations.
- It calls for Nepal to use both multilateralism and minilateralism to mobilize support for climate-crisis response, especially in the Himalayas and Rasuwa floods.
