Nepal pushes for formal UN climate focus on mountain issues

Flood-affected Nepal is seeking to establish a dedicated agenda item on mountains and climate change at COP31, aiming to formalize international coordination on climate risks specific to high-altitude regions.

First covered Nov 6, 2026 · 6:57 AM PT · 1 article

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4d Climate Home News Nepal seeks stronger recognition of mountain issues in UN climate process — Flood-hit Nepal wants COP31 to adopt a new agenda item formalising work on mountains and climate change and boosting the response to rising risks The post…

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Appeared in: 2026-11-07 (#11)

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