Is Nepal leading the battle for climate justice?
Summary
Nepal's foreign minister has asked China, the United States, and India to pay for damages caused by recent floods in Nepal. He said Nepal produces very little pollution compared to these countries but suffers severe effects from climate change they largely cause.Key Facts
- Nepal experienced a severe flash flood disaster last week.
- Nepal's greenhouse gas emissions are very small compared to China, the US, and India.
- Nepal's foreign minister wants the three countries to compensate Nepal for the flood damage.
- The demand is based on the idea that bigger polluters should take responsibility for climate impacts on poorer countries.
- The article includes expert guests discussing climate change and global justice.
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