Nepal amplifies climate justice agenda in int’l platform
Summary
Nepal has used a high-level climate meeting in Fiji and Tuvalu to push its climate justice agenda, with Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal urging grant-based adaptation finance and stronger global support for vulnerable mountain states. Australia also announced an additional AUD15 million in flood relief for Nepal, bringing its total support for the recent disaster response to A$26 million.
Key Points
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said his visit to Australia, Fiji and Tuvalu helped highlight Nepal’s climate vulnerability and mobilise climate finance on a just and equitable basis.
- Australia announced an additional AUD15 million in aid for Nepal’s flood-hit areas, taking total disaster-response support to A$26 million.
- Khanal told the Pre-COP Leaders’ Plenary in Fiji that mountain countries and Pacific island states face similar climate risks and should build a common voice for climate justice.
- He also held talks on expanding climate cooperation, education links, direct air connectivity and better consular services for Nepali communities and students.
