Foreign Minister Khanal leaving for Mauritius to attend Indian Ocean Conference
Summary
Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is traveling to Mauritius to attend the 9th Indian Ocean Conference where he will present Nepal's views on ocean governance and economic development.
Key Points
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal is leaving for Mauritius to attend the 9th Indian Ocean Conference 2026.
- The conference is organized by India Foundation and Government of Mauritius from April 10 to 12 under the theme 'Collective Stewardship for Indian Ocean Governance'.
- Khanal will deliver Nepal's national statement focusing on Indian Ocean governance, mountain–ocean ecological nexus, and maritime connectivity's role in economic development.
- He will hold bilateral meetings with other ministers and return to Nepal on April 13.
