India-Nepal Economic Cooperation Forum Discusses Joint Prosperity

Summary

Representatives from Nepal and India emphasized strengthening economic, trade, and investment cooperation focusing on Gautam Buddha International Airport, Lumbini tourism, and border area industrial development.

Key Points
  • Nepal and India aim to enhance economic cooperation focusing on trade, investment, tourism, and infrastructure.
  • Active participation of India's private sector is needed to fully operate Gautam Buddha International Airport as an international hub.
  • Promotion of Lumbini as an international religious and cultural tourism center was highlighted.
  • Cooperation to attract Indian industries to Bhairahawa's Special Economic Zone and to develop border areas was emphasized.
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