Minister Shrestha stresses on data exchange, regional cooperation
Summary
Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha called for stronger satellite data sharing, early warning systems and regional cooperation to tackle climate- and geo-disasters in the Himalayan region. He also reaffirmed Nepal’s commitment to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2045 while protecting clean energy systems.
Key Points
- Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha stressed the need for space technology, data exchange and regional cooperation to mitigate climate-related disasters in the Himalayan region.
- He highlighted recent avalanches and landslides in Langtang and Budhigandaki, citing major losses to lives, property and hydropower projects.
- He said Nepal’s disaster losses were estimated at about 2.7 billion US dollars, with 4.8 billion US dollars needed for reconstruction.
- He reaffirmed Nepal’s commitment to net-zero carbon emissions by 2045 and announced a Nepal-UN ESCAP regional dialogue on cascading hazards.
