Nepal is exploring a diplomatic role to unite India and China in addressing the accelerating climate risks threatening the Himalayas, where rising temperatures and glacial melt pose severe challenges to water security and regional stability. As a landlocked nation sandwiched between the two powers, Nepal could serve as a critical mediator, leveraging its unique position to push for collaborative solutions before ecological crises deepen. The potential for joint action—ranging from infrastructure investments to transboundary environmental policies—could reshape South Asia’s approach to climate resilience. Success would mark a rare instance of cooperation between rivals, but political and strategic tensions remain significant hurdles.
Can Nepal bring the two regional giants together to confront a shared climate threat in the Himalayas?
