Education Minister, Swiss Ambassador Discuss Expanding Cooperation in Education
Summary
Swiss Ambassador Dr Danielle Meuwly met Nepal's Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel to discuss expanding cooperation in education, focusing on technical and vocational education and new government initiatives.
Key Points
- Swiss Ambassador Dr Danielle Meuwly discussed ongoing and future education cooperation with Nepal's Education Minister Sasmit Pokharel.
- Nepal prepares a new CTEVT Act to modernize technical education supported by Swiss funding.
- The government aims to establish autism schools in all seven provinces and promotes early employment-oriented education through the 'Book Free Friday' programme.
- Switzerland reaffirmed its commitment to support Nepal's education sector aligning with government policies.