Nepali parliamentarian Yogesh Gauchan Thakali has been elected as the Chair of the Youth Committee of the Asian Forum of Parliamentarians on Population and Development (AFPPD).

He was elected to the post during the 15th General Assembly of the Committee held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on April 27–28.

Thakali’s election to the post underscores Nepal’s growing leadership in international platforms dealing with population and development challenges.

Speaking after being elected to the post, Thakali reaffirmed his commitment to advancing youth voices, promoting inclusive policies, strengthening regional cooperation, and driving action on climate change.

Thakali has also been championing the climate crisis narrative, raising urgent climate issues across all platforms, and calling for sustainable and inclusive policies to safeguard the future of younger generations.

AFPPD is a regional network representing 30 National Committees comprising parliamentarians from across Asia-Pacific and Central Asia.