1. International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development Kathmandu, Nepal International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development Kathmandu, Nepal The Corporate Sector as Partner

2. Ten major river basins of Asia

3. Freshwater for Irrigation

4. Himalayas: A blank spot in IPCC AR4 Reducing scientific uncertainty

5. Climate Change (CC)needs the full commitment of the Corporate Sector CC is global phenomenon, which touches all segments of society Sustainable Ecosystem Services of the Himalayas are a prerequisite for sustainable growth in Asia Closing the knowledge Gap is in the interest of the private sector.

6. Possible Partnerships Hydro Electricity Development in Kosi. Customizing global CC Scenario to the Himalaya- Hindukush region Co sponsoring of regional events (conferences, Seminars workshops) Participation in the ICIMOD Foundation

7. About 54% of the catchment area lies in Tibet, China Imja Transboundary cooperation: The Koshi basin

8. Over-stretching global governance system High pressure on traditional livelihood system International and regional conflicts Climate change is a security risk for us all International conventions / agreements Regional and transboundary cooperation National adaptation mechanisms People in the HKH enjoy wellbeing in a sustainable global environment International partnerships Local communities National institutions Regional partners ICIMOD CooperationSystem