Xiong’an:Former President Bidya Devi Bhandari has called upon the global community to seriously consider Nepal’s demands for climate justice in light of the severe natural disasters the country has faced this year. She made this appeal during her address at the 2026 Global Governance Forum organized by the Chinese People’s Institute of Foreign Affairs.
According to National News Agency RSS, Bhandari highlighted the interconnectedness of global governance and climate justice, emphasizing the shared natural heritage of the Himalayas and its impact on regional water cycles and biodiversity. She called for strengthened cooperation among Himalayan countries, including China, Nepal, and India, to protect this ecosystem and address climate change.
Bhandari stressed the need for regional and international collaboration to mitigate climate risks and advocated for sustained support from the United Nations and international financial institutions. She also called for a world order guided by international law and respect for all nations, particularly the weaker and vulnerable ones.
The former President emphasized the importance of strengthening the United Nations to reflect global diversity and aspirations. She asserted that peace and development are interlinked and urged for resources to be directed towards ending poverty and hunger, rather than an arms race.
Bhandari expressed confidence in the forum fostering meaningful dialogue to create a more just and effective global governance system. She also highlighted the long-standing Nepal-China relationship based on mutual respect and cooperation, reiterating Nepal’s commitment to the One-China Policy.
In conclusion, Bhandari called for necessary reforms in the international order to make it more inclusive and effective in addressing global challenges, maintaining peace, security, and development.