Nepal to push dedicated mountain agenda
Summary
Nepal is preparing to propose a dedicated mountain agenda at COP31, including regular high-level mountain dialogues, a mountain work programme and stronger recognition of mountain risks in the global climate framework. The government is also pressing for grant-based climate finance to support recovery from disasters and long-term adaptation.
Key Points
- Nepal will formally push a dedicated mountain agenda at COP31 in coordination with Bhutan and the UNFCCC process.
- The proposal seeks regular mountain dialogues, a mountain work programme and recognition of the specific risks faced by mountain regions.
- Nepal says temperature overshoot would accelerate glacier melting and worsen threats to water, food, energy and livelihoods.
- The country is calling for predictable, grant-based climate finance and faster access to funds for recovery, reconstruction and adaptation.
