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After the Rasuwa Disaster, Rabi Lamichhane Says Nepal Must Turn Its Pain Into a Global Fight for Climate Justice

RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane has urged Nepal to take the Rasuwa flood beyond rescue and reconstruction and turn the disaster into a stronger international campaign for climate justice, grant-based climate finance and protection of the Himalayas. Speaking in Parliament, he proposed coordinated government and parliamentary diplomacy, international recognition of Himalayan climate risks, stronger scientific monitoring and a formal effort to seek support from countries and global climate mechanisms.

2 days ago

“Where Is the State?” Rabi Lamichhane Says It Is Inside the Ruins, Searching for Lives and Rebuilding People’s Trust

RSP Chair Rabi Lamichhane told Parliament that the strongest response to people asking “Where is the state?” is to visibly show the rescue, relief and recovery work being carried out after the devastating Bhotekoshi disaster. He said the state is searching for missing citizens in dangerous ruins and tunnels, supporting displaced families, restoring damaged infrastructure and must now rebuild public trust while preparing Nepal better for future disasters.

2 days ago

Nepal Pollutes Little, But Pays Heavily: The Fight For Climate Justice

Nepal contributes only a tiny share of global emissions, yet faces some of the growing costs of climate impacts. Its adaptation plan estimates about $47.4 billion may be needed through 2050, with $45.9 billion expected from external support. The climate justice debate is about whether vulnerable countries like Nepal are receiving fair support without being pushed deeper into debt.

Sep 1