NA Chair Dahal calls for international support to combat climate change in Nepal

Kathmandu, October 14 — National Assembly (NA) Chairman Narayan Prasad Dahal has called on the international community to support Nepal with necessary financial resources and technology to help mitigate the impacts of climate change. He emphasized that these adverse effects are notably felt in the Himalayas, including at Mt. Everest, the world’s highest peak.

Speaking at the inter-parliamentary union (IPU) general assembly in Geneva, Dahal highlighted the importance of leveraging technological advancements and innovation for the collective benefit of humanity. 

The 149th IPU assembly is centered around the theme "Harnessing Science, Technology and Innovation for a More Peaceful and Sustainable Future." During his address, Dahal pointed out the significant disparities in access to information technology, both between countries and within nations. He noted that approximately 2.5 billion people still lack access to this critical resource. 

“Equitable access to the benefits of science, technology, and innovations is essential,” he stated. Dahal further stressed the need to bridge the gap between developed and developing nations in the realm of scientific and technological development, advocating for the sharing of best practices, experiences, and collaborative policy-making among lawmakers.