Portugal to Establish Consular Office in Kathmandu
Summary
Portugal is set to open a consular office in Kathmandu, enhancing diplomatic ties and easing consular services for Nepalis in Portugal by eliminating the need to travel to New Delhi for visas and documentation.
Key Points
- Portugal announced the opening of a consular office in Kathmandu to strengthen bilateral ties.
- The new office will alleviate the need for Nepalis in Portugal to travel to New Delhi for consular services.
- The move is expected to boost cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, energy, agriculture, and technology sectors.
- Portuguese and Nepali foreign ministers discussed legal and procedural issues facing Nepalis in Portugal, with assurances of humanitarian consideration.
