Nepal calls for global cooperation in combating climate change impacts
Kathmandu, October 16: Narayan Prasad Dahal, Chair of the National Assembly of Nepal addressed the 149th Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) at Geneva International Conference Center in Geneva. The Assembly is being convened under the theme of ‘Harnessing Science, Technology, and Innovations (STI) for a More Peaceful and Sustainable Future’ from October 13 to 17.
In his address, Chair Dahal emphasized the importance of inter-parliamentary cooperation in addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and inequality. He noted that the theme of the 149th Assembly aligns with current global priorities, particularly following the recent adoption of the Pact for the Future, the Global Digital Compact, and the Declaration on Future Generations by the 79th UN General Assembly. He added that the STI holds transformative potential towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
The Chairperson stressed that the advancements in STI should be considered as a global good. He called for international cooperation to ensure equitable access to the benefits of STI for all and to mitigate its negative impacts through the sharing of knowledge, experiences, and resources. He highlighted that the recent passage of the transitional justice-related bill unanimously by the federal parliament of Nepal paved the path toward lasting peace in the country. He expressed gratitude to the international community for their support and good wishes in Nepal’s peace process, according to a press release issued by Nepal’s Permanent Mission in Geneva.
In the afternoon, the Chair held meetings with Dr. Tulia Ackson, President of the IPU and Martin Chungong, Secretary General of the IPU. Matters relating to strengthening Nepal-IPU relations and enhancing inter-parliamentary cooperation in the regional and global context were discussed on the occasion.
Later in the evening, Chair Dahal and members of the delegation visited the Nepal Mission and took stock of the Mission’s activities and engagements in Geneva.
Chair Dahal and the members of the Nepali Parliamentary Delegation were received by Ram Prasad Subedi, Ambassador/Permanent Representative of Nepal to the United Nations and other International Organizations in Geneva upon arrival at Geneva International Airport on Saturday, October 12.
People’s News Monitoring Service.
