UN delegation meets Education Minister Pokharel; discusses cooperation in education sector
Summary
A UN delegation led by Resident Coordinator Lila Peters Yahia met with Nepal's Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel to discuss ongoing cooperation and support in Nepal's education sector, focusing on inclusive education, digital learning, and nutrition programs.
Key Points
- UN Resident Coordinator Lila Peters Yahia led a delegation to meet Nepal's Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel to discuss education sector cooperation.
- UN agencies like UNICEF, WFP, UNFPA, and IOM highlighted their ongoing support in areas such as inclusive education, digital learning, and student mental health.
- Discussions included improving school midday meals by linking with local agriculture and enhancing teacher professional development.
- Minister Pokharel expressed interest in expanding collaboration on science and technology integration and lifelong learning initiatives.
