Call For Climate Justice
Summary
Nepal has used COP31 in Antalya to demand climate justice, more climate finance and dedicated support for Himalayan communities facing floods, melting glaciers and extreme weather. The government says recovery from the Bhotekoshi flood alone will require more than US$4.7 billion, far above the funds currently approved.
Key Points
- Nepal is pressing wealthy countries at COP31 for climate justice, loss-and-damage funding and stronger recognition of mountain issues.
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal addressed the opening plenary and inaugurated the Nepal Pavilion, highlighting recent climate disasters in Nepal.
- Agriculture, Forest and Environment Minister Gita Chaudhary presented the Living Sagarmatha: Nepal Himalayan Resilience Strategy after taking over leadership of the delegation.
- Nepal and the Republic of Korea signed a framework agreement on climate change cooperation covering carbon finance, emissions reductions, resilience and sustainable development.
