World leaders, climate experts, and international delegates gathered in Nepal for the Sagarmatha Sambaad, where they reaffirmed their collective commitment to combat climate change with special focus on its mounting impact on mountainous regions. The summit emphasized collaboration, environmental justice, and urgent global action to secure the planet’s future.
Summit Opens with Global Backing for Nepal’s Climate Vision
The three-day Sagarmatha Sambaad began with a strong show of international support for Nepal’s climate leadership. Nepali Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba highlighted the growing global consensus in support of safeguarding fragile mountain ecosystems, acknowledging endorsements even from non-mountainous nations that recognize the interconnectedness of climate impacts.
High-Level Voices Echo the Climate Emergency
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addressed the conference via video message, applauding Nepal’s initiative and calling for multilateral cooperation. On the summit’s opening day, Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli delivered a speech urging nations to act on shared environmental responsibilities.
Asia in Focus: Commitments from Key Regional Powers
India’s Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav and China’s Vice Chairman Xiao Jie outlined their national approaches and emphasized that climate action must transcend borders. Delegates from 13 countries, along with multilateral bodies such as the World Bank and SAARC, contributed to discussions on mitigation strategies, biodiversity protection, and climate finance.
Global Perspectives, Local Priorities
Speakers including Egypt’s Ambassador Noha Hamdy Ahmed ElGebaly advocated for scaling up climate finance and fostering sustainable development in vulnerable regions. Country representatives from Bangladesh, Bhutan, the UK, and beyond stressed the urgency of integrating local knowledge and community resilience into national adaptation frameworks.
Toward a Resilient and Just Future
By gathering diverse perspectives and technical expertise, the Sagarmatha Sambaad reinforced a shared global responsibility to confront the climate crisis. The summit concluded with renewed pledges for stronger climate adaptation, protection of ecosystems, and equity-driven climate governance.
Nepal’s hosting of the summit at the foot of the Himalayas one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable zones served as a powerful reminder: the time for unified global action is now.