German Minister Links Nepal Floods to Climate Change

German Minister for Environment, Climate Action, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety Carsten Schneider attributed devastating flash floods in Nepal to climate change, warning that such extreme weather events will likely increase in frequency. The floods began on August 26 at the Tibet-Nepal border and surged through the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river systems.

Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority reported that the floods resulted in 1,204 deaths and the widespread destruction of homes. Schneider stated that environment and climate change are global issues that do not stop at country boundaries.

To address these challenges, Schneider identified India as a key partner for Germany in implementing the Paris Climate Agreement. He announced plans to intensify cooperation between Germany and India, specifically focusing on resource efficiency, clean technology, and sustainable economic sectors.