'Nepal-US relations should pivot towards trade, technology and youth-led investment'
Summary
US and Nepali officials are urging bilateral ties to shift toward trade, technology and investment ahead of the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations next year. Speakers also highlighted youth-led innovation, private-sector investment and deeper economic integration between the two countries.
Key Points
- US Chargé d’Affaires Scott Urbom said Nepal-US relations should be defined more by trade, investment, technology and shared prosperity.
- He pointed to the $500 million MCC compact and US private-sector investments in Nepali tech and animation firms as signs of growing economic partnership.
- Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal called for stronger ties in innovation, climate resilience and diaspora-driven enterprise development.
- Speakers at the CESIF event also stressed democratic values, youth leadership and the evolution of Nepal’s political institutions.
