Feng Yuan (Yangee) hails from the historic city of Xi'an, China, and currently serves as the Chinese Communications Officer at ICIMOD. In this capacity, she is instrumental in cultivating meaningful partnerships with Chinese institutions, curating knowledge products, organizing impactful outreach events, and developing communication strategies tailored to Chinese audiences.
Yangee works in close collaboration with ICIMOD’s Head of Communications, the partnership and networking team, the media department, the China focal point, and experts across ICIMOD’s diverse Action Areas. Her expertise has been pivotal in advancing the cooperation between China and ICIMOD on international platforms and global initiatives, such as SOS, IYGP, and COP etc.
A dedicated nature enthusiast with profound ties to the mountaineering community, Yangee has worked extensively with climbers from China, Nepal, and beyond. She is a Record Collector to the Himalayan Database, the definitive record of all expeditions in the Nepal Himalaya.
Yangee’s passion for mountain narratives and Sherpa culture has fostered a deep connection with the Himalayas. She has trekked through the Langtang and Annapurna regions, and spent the autumn climbing season working as a manager at Manaslu Base Camp in 2017. Additionally, she has summited a 6,000-meter peak in China.
Read her works in Chinese:
Glacial dialogues in China: Uniting minds on climate change
Strengthening ICIMOD-China cooperation for a shared future for mountains and people
Advancing environmental protection and sustainable development in the Hindu Kush Himalaya
Strengthening our collaboration with China