The Nepal embassy in Dhaka has the remarkable contributions of Bangladeshi mountaineers and adventure seekers to deepening people-to-people ties between the two neighboring nations, as it marked the 72nd International Sagarmatha (Mount Everest) Day.

The event, held on Friday evening, titled 'Stories from the Summit: Mountains through the Bangladesh Eyes', honoured the enduring connection between Bangladesh and the Himalayan mountains through the experiences of climbers, trekkers, and nature photographers who have journeyed across Nepal's rugged terrain.

Environment, Forest and Climate Change Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan graced the event as chief guest and praised Bangladeshi climbers for their courage in conquering the world's highest peaks.

She called for collective action to safeguard the mountain and river ecosystems in the face of climate change, noting their critical role in sustaining biodiversity and the livelihoods of millions across South Asia.

Nepali Ambassador to Bangladesh Ghanshyam Bhandari highlighted the magnetic pull of Sagarmatha, the Nepali name for Mount Everest, among the Bangladeshi people and hailed their adventurous spirit.

He emphasised the need to prioritise mountain-related concerns in global climate negotiations, warning of the growing vulnerability of mountain ecosystems.

The evening served not only as a celebration of mountaineering but also as a platform to advocate for stronger cross-border collaboration in climate and ecological preservation, said the Nepal embassy in a press release here today.