Minister Chaudhary pledges to prioritize indigenous issues in climate negotiations
Summary
Minister Geeta Chaudhary pledged to prioritize the rights, identity, culture, and ancestral territories of Indigenous communities in climate negotiations at COP-31 in Antalya. Indigenous representatives also urged Nepal to raise the concerns of Himalayan communities, including those affected by the recent Rasuwa-Bhotekoshi disaster, on international platforms.
Key Points
- Minister Geeta Chaudhary said she will strongly advocate for Indigenous rights and ancestral territories in climate negotiations.
- NEFIN organized a discussion on the sidelines of COP-31 in Antalya, Türkiye.
- Indigenous activists urged Nepal to prioritize the concerns of communities affected by climate change, including those hit by the Rasuwa-Bhotekoshi disaster.
- Participants said Nepal should present Indigenous nationalities, women, youth, and persons with disabilities together in international climate forums.
