Prime Minister Balendra ‘Balen’ Shah drew global attention at the 81st UN General Assembly on September 25 with his signature dark rectangular sunglasses, black suit, and traditional Bhadgaunle topi.
The New York Times also featured the story behind his glasses. In his speech, Shah called for climate reparations, a ‘Himalayan Climate Resilience Mechanism,’ and grant-based support for Nepal after devastating floods.
