India’s Foreign Secretary Meets Nepal’s Prime Minister

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Nepal’s Prime Minister Balendra Shah in Kathmandu during his two-day visit to Nepal. The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between India and Nepal and discussing important issues of mutual interest.

During the discussions, both sides explored ways to improve relations between the neighbouring countries. The meeting also focused on preparations for Prime Minister Balendra Shah’s upcoming visit to India, which is expected to provide an opportunity for further high-level discussions.

Before meeting the Nepalese Prime Minister, Misri held bilateral talks with Nepal’s Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai. The two officials discussed several important matters concerning both countries and reviewed areas of cooperation ahead of the upcoming meetings between their leaders.

Misri also met Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal and Finance Minister Swarnim Wagle during his visit. These meetings provided an opportunity to discuss various aspects of India-Nepal relations and explore ways to improve cooperation.

In addition, Misri held discussions with Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha and Infrastructure Development Minister Sunil Lamsal. The talks focused on strengthening cooperation in important sectors such as trade, energy and infrastructure development.

India and Nepal share strong historical, cultural and people-to-people connections. The two countries have maintained close relations for many years and continue to cooperate in areas such as trade, development projects and transportation connectivity.

Misri’s visit highlights the importance both countries place on maintaining close diplomatic relations and working together for mutual development. The discussions are expected to support continued cooperation and strengthen the partnership between India and Nepal.