Foreign Minister Khanal: PM's UNGA Address Elevated Nepal's Global Stature
Summary
Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal said Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s address at the 81st UN General Assembly elevated Nepal’s global stature and drew wide international attention. He also said Nepal used the summit to highlight climate finance, climate justice and the security risks posed by Himalayan snowmelt and sudden disasters.
Key Points
- Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal said Balendra Shah’s UN General Assembly speech strengthened Nepal’s influence and dignity on the world stage.
- He said the address drew widespread media coverage and became one of the most watched and discussed videos of this year’s UNGA.
- Nepal used sideline discussions to push climate finance and climate justice issues.
- Khanal said Nepal’s diplomacy has had a positive impact at regional and global levels.
- The government is framing Himalayan snowmelt and sudden disaster events as major challenges to national security and development.
