Brazil concerned over closure of Nepali embassy in Brasilia
Summary
Brazil has urged Nepal to reconsider its plan to close the Nepali embassy in Brasilia, as the government moves to shut missions in several countries to cut costs. Nepal says the closures are temporary and alternative arrangements will be made to protect consular services.
Key Points
- Brazilian Ambassador-designate Claudio Raja Gabaglia Lins met Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal and raised concern over the planned closure of Nepal’s embassy in Brasilia.
- Nepal also plans to close embassies in Denmark and South Africa, plus consulates in San Francisco, Dallas and Chengdu.
- The Foreign Ministry says the move is meant to reduce costs and manage diplomatic workload during economic constraints.
- Officials say temporary alternative arrangements will be made to avoid disrupting services for Nepali citizens and foreign nationals.
