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Honourable Ministers,
Esteemed Guests,
Excellencies, Distinguished Delegates,
Ladies and Gentlemen,

Good morning and Namaste!

It is both a deep honour and a heartfelt privilege to welcome you to the inaugural edition of the Sagarmatha Sambaad.

This is Nepal’s global dialogue initiative—
A platform for thoughtful reflection,
For principled engagement,
And for addressing the most urgent challenges of our time.

Today, the line between local and global has all but vanished.
What happens in one corner of the world echoes across the rest.

The fire that rage in one land darkens the skies of others
The melting of distant glaciers shifts the rains, floods the fields, and parches the plains far away.

The decisions of a few can shape the destiny of many.

It is within this deeply interconnected reality that the Sagarmatha Sambaad was born—

A space for honest dialogue.
For shared wisdom.
For collective action.

We have named it after Sagarmatha—the highest point on Earth.
And we hope this Sambaad— our dialogue— will rise just as high.

High in moral clarity.
Bold in intellectual courage.
Steady in our shared vision for a better world.

Today, the world stands before towering, metaphorical mountains.
Challenges loom—vast and urgent.

The recovery from the pandemic is still fragile.
The climate crisis is speeding up.
In many corners of the world, peace feels more distant than ever.

Trust in global institutions is weakening.
Inequalities—within countries and across borders—are growing deeper.
Multilateralism, once a guiding light, now sways under heavy storms.

And yet—
Amidst this uncertainty, we hold on to a simple, powerful belief:
The power of dialogue.

Nepal is not just a piece of geography.
It is a sacred land—where wisdom breathes through every stone and stream.
Here, the spirit of awakening was born.

This is the land of Lord Buddha.
From this soil, a light emerged—guiding humanity toward peace, compassion, and harmony.

It is a soil where sages meditated.
Where seekers found truth.
Where rishis offered the world a wealth of knowledge that still uplifts the human soul.

Nepal has always been a place of seekers.
Not of conquerors, but of contemplators.
Not of battles, but of dialogue.

Our tradition is rooted in listening—with respect.
In speaking—with sincerity.
And in seeking truth—together.

Sagarmatha Sambaad is born from that very spirit.
It is a gentle revival of our ancient ways.
A space where wisdom bows to humility.
Where many voices come together—with reverence.
Where we look for answers—not with ego, but with empathy.

We are reminded of an ancient truth:
"वादे वादे जायते तत्वबोधः"
—Through dialogue, truth shines.

Even in moments of deep division, it is not silence or shouting that helps us.
It is honest conversation.
It is listening.
It is speaking from the heart.

Sagarmatha Sambaad is our humble attempt to carry this sacred legacy forward.

Our first theme speaks to our soul:
"Climate Change, Mountains, and the Future of Humanity."

As a Himalayan nation, this is not a distant issue.
It is our daily reality.
But it is not just ours.
It is the world’s.

Can humanity survive without its mountains?
Can we protect the future without protecting these ancient guardians?

Mountains may seem far away.
But their breath keeps half the world alive.
From the Arctic to the Andes, from the Alps to the Himalayas—
They are the Earth’s water towers.
They are our climate’s pulse.

And they are in danger.
Their fragility is our shared vulnerability.

From the lap of Sagarmatha, the world’s highest peak,
We send this message—laud and clear:

• To protect the mountains is to protect the planet.
• To protect the mountains is to protect our seas.
• To protect the mountains is to protect humanity itself.

Let this Sambaad be not just a dialogue—but a determination.

A determination to listen.
To act.
And to walk together—towards a gentler, wiser, and more compassionate world.

Climate change is no longer a distant threat.
It is the greatest challenge of our time.
It touches everything—our planet, our people, our shared prosperity.

No nation is untouched.
No society is safe.
But the heaviest burden falls on those least responsible.

The poorest.
The most vulnerable.
The mountainous and the least developed.

Nepal stands among them.

We have done little to cause this crisis.
Yet, we face its harshest consequences.

Glaciers are melting.
Rains are uncertain.
Landslides sweep away homes.
Floods and droughts come without warning.
And still, we stand firm.

Our emissions are small—almost negligible.
But our contributions are meaningful.

Our Himalaya cool the region—nature’s own climate stabilizer.
Our forests cover nearly half our land—breathing in carbon, breathing out hope.
Our rivers flow from the high snows—quenching the thirst of millions.
Our protected areas are sanctuaries—guarding the planet’s rich biodiversity.

Nepal has pledged net-zero emissions by 2045.
Five years ahead of the global target.

We are advancing adaptation plans.
We are greening our economy.
We are weaving sustainability into our national vision.

Yet we cannot do it alone.
No country can.

Climate change is a global emergency.
It calls for a global response.

A response anchored in justice.
Rooted in responsibility.
Fuelled by solidarity.

Climate justice must lead the way.
Those who pollute the most— must do the most.
They must support the most vulnerable—with finance, with technology, with capacity.

And let us not forget the mountains.
Too often, they are ignored in global talks.
Yet, they regulate climate.
They store water.

They recharge the land
They cradle life.

When mountains fall, valleys suffer.
Rivers dry up.
Crops fail.
Oceans rise.
Lives unravel.

The Himalaya—our Third Pole—are warming faster than the global average.
Glaciers are vanishing.
Glacial lakes are swelling.
Millions downstream are at risk.

We need a bold, integrated vision.
A "mountains-to-oceans" approach.

We must give mountains the attention they deserve—
With special financing.
With tailored policies.

We must invest in clean energy.
Grow climate-resilient crops.
Uplift women and youth.
And protect those forced to move.

Let us strengthen risk assessments.
Build early warning systems.
Share data.
Work together across borders.

And most importantly—let us bridge ancient wisdom with modern innovation.

This is how we build resilience.
This is how we honour the Earth.
This is how we protect our shared future.

The mountains inspire us.
Not because they stand apart—
But because they rise above.

They offer perspective.
They teach us to think beyond ourselves.
In that spirit, our dialogue must rise too—

Above narrow interests.
Toward a higher, shared purpose.

Let us join hands.
Let us act with courage and care.
For a future that is just.
For a planet that is sustainable.

We need fresh resolve.
Bold ideas.
New investments.
And deep cooperation—across regions, across the world.

A green, resilient, and sustainable future is not a choice.
It is the only path forward.

Sagarmatha Sambaad is our humble offering.
A global platform to listen, to speak, and to understand.
A space to build trust.
To imagine a world where harmony with nature—
and equity among people—
is not a distant dream, but a living reality.

Together, let us climb—
Toward the summit of resilience.
Toward the peak of justice.
Toward a future built on shared hope.

We look forward to your wisdom.
To your voices.
To your vision—throughout this Sambaad.

May your time in Nepal be joyful and inspiring.
In the land of Sagarmatha.
In the land of Buddha.

Thank you.

The Sagarmatha Sambaad, the international dialogue on climate action, sustainability, and global partnerships, themed "Climate Change, Mountains and the Future of Humanity" has kicked off in Kathmandu today. 

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli inaugurated the Sagarmatha Sambaad amid a special function a while ago.

More than 350 national and international distinguished personalities are present at the event.   

Earlier, Foreign Affairs Minister and Coordinator of Sambaad Management Committee Arzu Rana Deuba welcomed the distinguished guests attending the event. 

Currently, the distinguished guests are addressing the event. 

There will be parallel thematic sessions after the closing of the inaugural session.

China’s deputy speaker and Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress (NPC) Xiao Jie paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli today.

During the meeting held at the official residence of the Prime Minister, Baluwatar, he wished for the success of Sagarmatha Sambaad taking place in Kathmandu from May 16 and showed willingness to enhance long-standing and friendly relations between Nepal and China with high-priority, according to the PM Oli's Secretariat.

Stating that China has always wished for Nepal's development and prosperity, leader Xiao recalled that the official visit of Prime Minister Oli last December was successful.

Similarly, Prime Minister Oli appreciated China's speedy progress in the development and information technology sector and its impacts across the world, saying Nepal and China have been enjoying close and cordial relationship for a long time.

Reiterating Nepal's firm commitment to the one-China principle, the Prime Minister stressed that both countries should take initiative for the implementation of past agreements signed between them.

Prime Minister Oli's Chief Advisor, Bishnu Prasad Rimal, Chinese Ambassador to Nepal, Chen Song, Nepal's Ambassador to China, Dr Krishna Prasad Oli and high-ranking officials of the Foreign Ministry among others were present on the occasion.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has urged the Non-Resident Nepali Association (NRNA) to be united, dignified and purpose-driven.

Inaugurating the 'NRNA Global Conclave' organized by the NRNA today, PM Oli said that it is inappropriate to see trends that do not align with the objectives of this organization and urged it to abandon narrow-mindedness and strive for a higher level of unity.

"It is not good to have disputes in this kind of collective organization that needs to work together in unity. An organization cannot function by altering the rules for individual purposes. Let reason and logic prevail in this. The organization should not develop into a place to do anything for personal interest," said Prime Minister Oli.

The organization should not be deviated from the sacred purpose of the rights and interests of the Nepali diaspora, mutual acquaintance, the continuity of Nepali culture and traditions, and what contributions can be made for the country, he said, adding that there should be no party politics in this and attempts to divide the organization will not be successful. "The Nepal government will support it in legitimate matters."

The Prime Minister on the occasion expressed his dismay for what he called the indecent and indecorous activities that occurred during the NRN convention, stating that this did not send a good message to society. He urged the non-resident Nepali community to move forward by embracing democratic values with due process.

The PM expressed the confidence that since the current term of NRNA president Dr Badri KC is still valid, this would allow for a democratic and legal transition of leadership through a general assembly. He also committed that the government would carry out work based on the suggestions received for the amendments needed in the laws related to non-resident Nepalis.

A visiting delegation from the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers' Conference (ISC) paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli at his official residence in Baluwatar today.

On the occasion, views were exchanged on advancing peace and prosperity through parliamentary diplomacy and cooperation, the PM's Secretariat stated.

Prime Minister Oli stated that the Government of Nepal is eager to work together with the ISC in international forums for common goals.

Malaysian Senator Datuk Wira Dr Mohd Hatta Bin Md Ramli highlighted Malaysia's friendly relations with Nepal and wished to further strengthen it through parliamentary cooperation. ISC adviser Masaichi Hori invited Nepal to actively participate in the activities of ISC globally.

The delegation consists of three Malaysian lawmakers, Senator Datuk Wira Dr Mohd Hatta Bin Md Ramli, MP Rodciah Binti Ismail and MP Datuk Larry Sng Wei Shien along with ISC adviser Masaichi Hori from Japan, among other international delegates.

The meeting was also attended by lawmaker Ek Nath Dhakal who was recently appointed as Secretary General of ISC, CPN-UML lawmaker Sunita Baral and PM Oli's chief political adviser Bishnu Rimal.

The ISC delegation is participating in a number of parliamentary exchange programs in Kathmandu, it is said.

The Inter-Parliamentary Speakers' Conference (ISC) has been established as a multilateral, inter-parliamentary body committed to advancing peace and shared prosperity through parliamentary diplomacy and cooperation.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that the conflict between India and Pakistan stopped after they called for calm and restraint from both sides and prayed for peace. 

He said so while addressing a program organized in Lumbini on the occasion of 2569^th Buddha Jayanti on Monday.

Though a war situation had emerged between India and Pakistan just a few days ago, the Prime Minister said that it did not escalate into a full-scale war.

Saying that India and Pakistan have reached a cease-fire agreement, Prime Minister Oli thanked both the countries for exercising restraint.

“Though India and Pakistan exchanged strikes for days, it did not escalate into war. I would like to thank both countries for restraint. We had prayed that this situation would not turn into a war,” PM Oli said.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has wished for peace, compassion and brightness in everyone's life.

Giving a message of best wishes on the occasion of the 2569th Buddha Jayanti today, PM Oli viewed, "Gautam Buddha is an invaluable gift of light, humanity and compassion. Buddhas Jayanti reminds us of the birth, achievement of enlightenment and mahaparinirvana of the Lord Buddha."

PM Oli took to social media and said Buddha's philosophy is guiding us for correct vision, virtuous thoughts and inspirational works.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said that the government is organizing the 'Sagarmatha Sambaad (Dialogue)' to seek solutions to common problems related to the future of humanity and the Earth.

"Let us ensure the future of the planet and humanity; for this purpose, we will host the Sagarmatha Sambaad in Kathmandu from May 16 to 18," PM Oli said in a video message today in the context of the Sagarmatha Dialogue.

The Prime Minister has expressed concern over the adverse situations arising from climate change and the continued growing pollution of our surrounding environment, mentioning that a dialogue is being organized to convey the message that everyone must be aware to prevent the deteriorating environment of the country from worsening further and to ensure its preservation.

"Our activities should not spoil the Earth's environment. Now, let us clean up the environment that has been damaged by our activities. And, may our future generations live in a clean, safe and beautiful environment tomorrow,' the Prime Minister stated in the video message.

He mentioned that the Sagarmatha Sambaad plays a crucial role in understanding the relationship between the mountains and the sea, contributing to environmental issues of the mountains, from the formation of rivers to cooling the environment, and that not understanding it properly or ignoring it is detrimental to humanity.

He emphasized that since environmental conservation is a global shared problem, a collective effort from the world’s inhabitants is essential for its solution.

"It is essential to work on controlling carbon emissions and other elements that harm the environment, and also to advance efforts to protect the environment. For this, people of the world, let us gather at one place to discuss, identify the problems, and strive to find solutions to them from a single forum," the Prime Minister stated in his message.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said the government is committed to initiating the Constitution drafting process on the basis of a broader political consensus.

He said so while addressing a meeting of the House of the Representatives (HoR) today, expressing commitment to make corrections of weaknesses seen in the implementation of the country's main law, he added.

He was addressing concerns raised during discussions on the government's policies and programs for the fiscal year 2081-82 BS (2025-26).

He said efforts will be continued for guaranteeing political stability by giving continuity to a healthy competition among the political parties, mutual dialogue, collaboration and co-existence.

The policies and programs make commitments to protecting the Constitution and strengthening the federal democratic republic by defeating all sorts of potential regressive efforts, according to the Prime Minister who hoped that the respected Parliament will remain intact in terms of the policies and programs aiming at recognizing people's sacrifices and institutionalizing the achievements.

Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava called on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Friday..

During the meeting held at the official residence of the Prime Minister at Baluwatar, Indian Ambassador Srivastava briefed Prime Minister Oli about recent tensions and scenarios developed between India and Pakistan due to the terrorist attack at Pahalgam of India on April 22.

The Indian Ambassador made it clear that India has only carried out retaliatory attacks but the propaganda that it carried out ‘jet attack’ was not the reality.

He thanked the government of Nepal for the statement made public on Thursday regarding the incident, according to PM Oli’s Secretariat.

Saying Nepal is always in favour of world peace, Prime Minister condemned the terrorist attack as per Nepal’s principle stance against all types of terrorism.

He clarified that Nepal would not allow its territory to be used against its neighbouring countries.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has laid emphasis on making efforts for eradicating leprosy more dynamic and effective under the Healthy Nepal Campaign.

Addressing the inaugural session of 'Nepal Leprosy Conference' organized by the Ministry of Health and Population and different organizations today, Prime Minister Oli argued, "Though the number of leprosy patients below one in 10,000 people each in Nepal is considered as the indicator of success, we will not be satisfied until it is completely eradicated."

He expressed the belief that we could stay healthy if we adopt a lifestyle paying special attention to diet and care.

Recalling that he was kept on the cold floor in prison during the Panchayat period and tortured, PM Oli said that it was due to this that his kidneys failed.

Prime Minister Oli said that the government would amend the law to prevent discrimination against the leprosy patients and the government would make necessary facilitation to prevent the spread of the disease.

He stressed on the need of providing regular treatment for infectious diseases like leprosy in the form of awareness.

The Prime Minister drew the attention of the Ministry of Health and Population to spread awareness for the prevention of leprosy through mass communication and information technology with the message that no disease should be concealed.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and Nepali Congress President Sher Bahadur Deuba held a meeting on Monday.

During the discussion held at the Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers in Singha Durbar, they discussed recent political developments and other contemporary issues.

Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak and the Prime Minister's Advisor on Human Rights and Transitional Justice, Agni Kharel, were present on the occasion.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and CPN (Maoist Center) Chair Pushpa Kamal Dahal held a meeting on Sunday.

During the meeting held at the Prime Minister’s Office in Singha Durbar,  they discussed transitional justice and contemporary issues.

The meeting was attended by the Prime Minister's Human Rights Advisor Agni Kharel and Maoist Center leader Barshaman Pun.

Japanese Ambassador to Nepal Maeda Toru paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli at his official residence in Baluwatar today.

During the meeting, discussions were held on various issues of bilateral relations and interest as well as on enhancing mutual cooperation.

Next year marks the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries and talks were held in this context as well, the Prime Minister's Private Secretariat said.

Officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs were also present on the occasion.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has stressed on the need of ensuring citizens' access to the entire opportunities of labour and employment. 

Launching the Shramsansar online portal on the occasion of the 136th International Workers' Day (May Day) today, the Prime Minister was of the view of addressing challenges in regard with foreign employment. 

He pressed the need that all government services relating to labour, employment and social security should be made easily accessible to all citizens by integrating the Portal into the Nagarik App. 

Speaking of the inevitability of IT technology in the achievement of the goal of "Prosperous Nepal, Happy Nepali", he said the role of IT is vital in building the knowledge-based society, digital economy, achieving the goals of development and prosperity and providing services to the citizens in an easier way.  

As he said, the government has considered the need to incorporate the uses of IT in the labor market in the upcoming government policies and programs. 

Stating that the development of strategic plans is underway to observe the upcoming decade as the Decade for Promoting Internal Service, he called all to be part of this initiative. 

The Portal aims to support employment-related matters, analyze labour demand and supply, regulate employers, and improve access to services without physical or bureaucratic barriers. By enhancing skills and regulating the labour force, the system seeks to promote grassroots inclusion and contribute to national prosperity.

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli announced that eye health would be integrated into the national Health Insurance Program.

PM Oli said so while inaugurating the international conference named '2030 In Sight Live Nepal' organized by various health organizations including the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB).

The event is a gathering of leaders, innovators and policy-makers where they deliberate on measures, collaborative initiatives and actions to achieve the goals outlined in 2030 In Sight Strategy to ensure that eye health is available to everyone by 2030.

On the occasion PM Oli reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthen the primary healthcare system and achieve the SDGs.

Oli reiterated that the government prioritizes eye health and thus is going to integrate it in the national insurance program. He also highlighted the government's prioritization of eye-care services, especially for those people at the risk of losing their vision.

The PM acknowledged the pivotal role played by the 'Rapid Assessment of Avoidable Blindness' survey conducted in 2022 in shaping the country's eye-health priorities.

Furthermore, he informed that the National Health Sector strategy that has outlined the commitment to expand the coverage of cataract surgery from the current 35-45 percent to 75 percent by 2030.

Stating that no country could achieve the desired results in the eye health sector, the PM, thus, called for a greater global collaboration.

He asserted that the incumbent government had recognized eye health as an important aspect of the public healthcare system, he shed light on the government's initiatives such as eye-screening tests and imparting nursing programs at school level, and that he had contributed in promoting gender equity and gender access to education.