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Prime Minister Balendra Shah returns to Nepal after UN General Assembly address

Shah highlighted Nepal's climate challenges and met UN leaders during his New York visit.

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News card: Prime Minister Balendra Shah returns to Kathmandu after UN General Assembly address, covering climate change and flood issues; sources Republica, Khabarhub English, The Rising Nepal.

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  • Shah addressed the UNGA on 24 September, highlighting Nepal's flood crisis and climate risks.
  • He met UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres and Australian PM Anthony Albanese in New York.
  • The prime minister returned to Kathmandu on 26 September, landing at Tribhuvan International Airport.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah returned to Kathmandu on 26 September after representing Nepal at the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York. The prime minister left for the United States on Tuesday evening, according to Republica and The Rising Nepal. During his speech on 24 September, Shah warned that climate change is disproportionately affecting Himalayan nations, citing the recent Bhotekoshi‑Trishuli floods as evidence. He urged that climate justice extend beyond financial aid to include the voices of affected communities. Shah also held side meetings with UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, as reported by Khabarhub English. These engagements aimed to raise international awareness of Nepal's environmental challenges. Upon landing at Tribhuvan International Airport on Saturday afternoon, Shah was welcomed back to the capital, concluding his diplomatic tour that also involved discussions with representatives from various countries.

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