'Challenges of climate change can only be tackled jointly'
Summary
German Ambassador Udo Eugen Volz says Nepal and Germany must work together to confront climate change, as Germany expands support in energy, health and climate-resilient infrastructure. The two countries are also deepening cooperation on hydropower, transmission lines, solar power and post-flood relief in the Bhotekoshi–Trishuli corridor.
Key Points
- Germany says its development cooperation with Nepal is focused on sustainable economic development, climate and energy, and health.
- The two countries are working together on hydropower, transmission, solar energy, electric mobility and cleaner cooking.
- Germany pledged €8.05 million in assistance after the Bhotekoshi–Trishuli floods and €37 million for energy, development and health cooperation for 2027-28.
- Volz says climate change can only be tackled jointly and that Nepal’s climate and disaster challenges require broader international support.
