MP Arjun Karki Stresses Scientific Evidence for Climate Change 'Loss and Damage' Claims

KATHMANDU. CPN-UML lawmaker Dr. Arjun Karki has stated that Nepal needs to increase investment in scientific facts, data, and evidence to make its international claims for damages from climate change and 'loss and damage' effective.Speaking at a discussion with subject matter experts on climate change at the International Relations and Tourism Committee meeting held at Singh Durbar on Thursday, Karki said that Nepal should base its arguments for climate justice and compensation in international forums on scientific evidence rather than emotional expressions.He noted that although Nepal's contribution to climate change is very low, it is experiencing its effects and risks...