Japanese State Minister for Foreign Affairs pays courtesy call on President Paudel

Key Points

• President Ramchandra Paudel is on an official visit to Japan marking the 70th anniversary of Nepal-Japan diplomatic relations.
• Japan has supported Nepal in sectors including human resources, health, agriculture, infrastructure, environment, and cultural protection.
• Nepal is upgrading from least developed country (LDC) status by 2026 and is undertaking reforms to attract foreign investment.
• Japan has committed to continuing support for Nepal's development, including infrastructure projects like an underpass in Kathmandu and road restoration.
• Japan's State Minister for Foreign Affairs, Horii Iwao, praised President Paudel's role in protecting Nepal's constitution and democracy.
• The two countries share cultural ties through the teachings of Gautam Buddha and cooperation on the development of Lumbini.