Rizwana invited to join climate dialogue in Nepal

Nepalese Ambassador to Bangladesh Ghanshyam Bhandari formally invited Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan to participate in Sagarmatha Sambaad, a global dialogue on climate change and sustainability, set to take place in Nepal in May 2025.

Bhandari called on Adviser Rizwana Hasan at her office today.

Adviser Rizwana Hasan welcomed the invitation and acknowledged the importance of the summit in shaping regional and global climate policies.

The meeting focused on strengthening regional environmental cooperation, addressing climate change and fostering bilateral collaboration, said a press release.

The ambassador highlighted Nepal's preparations for the event and its significance in addressing the urgent challenges facing the mountain ecosystems and global sustainability.

Discussions also touched upon the engagement of key officials from Bangladesh and the prospect of a three-nation meeting on environmental issues, underscoring the need for collaborative efforts in addressing trans-boundary environmental challenges.

Ambassador Bhandari reiterated Nepal's commitment to deepening cooperation with Bangladesh on climate and environmental initiatives.

He assured that Nepal would provide all necessary support to facilitate Bangladesh's participation in the summit.

The upcoming edition of Sagarmatha Sambaad aims to convene world leaders, international development partners, including the United Nations and the World Bank and representatives from mountainous nations, to deliberate on climate action, sustainable development, and environmental resilience.

The meeting concluded with both parties reaffirming their commitment to continued dialogue and collaboration on environmental sustainability and climate resilience.