Xiong’an:Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari has called for enhanced cooperation among Nepal, China, and India in the sharing of meteorological data and monitoring of glaciers. She emphasized the importance of developing early warning systems and coordinating disaster responses during her address at the 2026 Global Governance Forum in Xiong’an, China.
According to National News Agency RSS, Bhandari highlighted the connection between global governance and climate justice, referencing recent natural disasters in Nepal as evidence of the pressing challenges. She stressed the Himalayas’ role as a shared natural heritage important for regional water cycles and ecological balance.
Bhandari also advocated for a strengthened United Nations to reflect contemporary diversity and aspirations. She highlighted the need for peace and development, the eradication of poverty and hunger, and the redirection of resources from arms races towards development as collective responsibilities.
Speaking in Nepali, Bhandari expressed optimism that the forum would foster meaningful discussions to make global governance more inclusive and effective, promoting world peace and sustainable development. She also noted the historical and cultural ties between Nepal and China, reaffirming Nepal’s commitment to the One-China Policy.
The forum, hosted by the Chinese People’s Institute of Foreign Affairs, featured Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s call for a multilateral trading system and the implementation of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Chinese President Xi Jinping’s message highlighted the growing challenges in peace and governance, advocating for a more equitable global system.