KATHMANDU: Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba has expressed readiness to lead a national effort to develop a unified political stance on climate change and environmental issues, highlighting the urgent need for collective action.
Speaking at a program organized by the Nepali Congress’ Department of Environment and Climate Change Affairs in Sanepa on Sunday to mark World Environment Day, Deuba warned of grave threats posed by climate change and pledged to take initiative in forging a common position among all political parties.
“As the president of a major party, I am ready to bring all parties together on a common platform for dialogue, coordination, and collaboration to address climate-related challenges,” Deuba said.
He noted that the confirmation of 2024 as the hottest year on record underscores the deepening climate crisis. “The world must act swiftly to drastically reduce carbon emissions. Delay is no longer an option,” he added.
Deuba criticized the global imbalance where highly polluting nations continue to emit greenhouse gases while vulnerable countries like Nepal disproportionately suffer the consequences. He stressed the importance of Nepal advocating strongly and consistently for climate justice on the global stage.
He also highlighted the need for access to financial resources, science, and technology to implement effective climate policies and plans. “Reducing dependence on petroleum and maximizing the use of domestically produced clean electricity is now a necessity,” Deuba said.
He further stated that Nepal’s climate efforts must be strongly represented at the upcoming COP-30 climate summit to be held in Brazil.
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