Climate Expert Urges Reduced Reliance on Foreign Aid for Climate Action
Summary
Climate expert Dr. Maheshwar Dhakal has urged Nepal to rely less on foreign aid for climate action and make greater use of internal resources. He said the government aims to raise the climate-friendly budget share to 20 percent within five years and prepare adaptation plans for all 753 local levels.
Key Points
- Dr. Maheshwar Dhakal said Nepal should not depend excessively on foreign aid for climate action and should prioritize internal resources.
- The government plans to increase the climate-friendly budget share to 20 percent within five years, up from about 5 percent now.
- The 16th Five-Year Plan targets climate adaptation plans in all 753 local levels.
- He called for stronger Nepalese leadership at the upcoming climate conference and better access to climate finance under the Climate Convention.
