Nepal, May 17 -- As climate change continues to escalate, its impacts are being felt not just in fragile Himalayan ecosystems but also in rapidly growing urban centers. Experts and policymakers, during the second day of the Sagarmatha Sambaad in Kathmandu, highlighted how cities-home to the majority of the global population-are becoming both contributors to and victims of climate-induced risks.

Amidst rising temperatures, water-related disasters, and public health crises, speakers called for urgent reforms to make cities more climate-resilient. Discussions focused on transforming urban spaces through green infrastructure, nature-based solutions, and financial innovations such as municipal bonds and climate funds. These insights set the s...