'Mountain, island states facing common climate challenge'
Summary
Foreign Affairs Minister Shisir Khanal led Nepal’s delegation at a pre-COP event in Tuvalu, where he highlighted the shared climate risks facing Himalayan nations and small island states. The meetings focused on climate finance, adaptation, and loss-and-damage support ahead of COP31.
Key Points
- Foreign Affairs Minister Shisir Khanal led the Nepali delegation to a high-level Pre-COP Leaders’ Event in Funafuti, Tuvalu.
- He said mountainous countries and small island developing states face common climate risks and should strengthen their joint voice on international platforms.
- Khanal met leaders including Tuvalu Prime Minister Feleti Teo, Tongan Prime Minister Lord Fakafanua, and Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool to discuss climate cooperation.
- The delegation also visited Tuvalu’s coastal adaptation project to observe measures against rising sea levels and strong waves.
