Nepal to prioritize climate justice, adaptation and loss and damage at COP-31
Summary
Nepal is preparing to push climate justice, Himalayan protection, adaptation and loss and damage at COP-31 in Antalya, Türkiye. The government plans a national conference, a delegation led by Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal, and a pavilion to showcase climate impacts and disaster risks.
Key Points
- Nepal will prioritize climate justice, Himalayan protection, climate adaptation and loss and damage at COP-31 in Türkiye.
- The government plans a national conference on October 29 and a pavilion at the summit venue to present Nepal’s climate risks and conservation efforts.
- Officials say Nepal wants stronger access to climate finance and the Loss and Damage Fund to support relief and rehabilitation after disasters.
- Climate scientist Kushal Gurung urged Nepal to use scientific evidence, grants and concessional financing, and stronger carbon trading to address climate impacts.
