Nepali Army chief Ashok Raj Sigdel leaves for official visit to China
Summary
Nepali Army chief General Ashok Raj Sigdel has left for Beijing on an official visit to China at the invitation of the Chinese government. He will attend the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum and is expected to strengthen military cooperation between Nepal and China.
Key Points
- General Ashok Raj Sigdel departed Kathmandu for Beijing on an official visit to China.
- He is scheduled to attend the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum from Sunday through September 19.
- The Nepali Army says the visit will help strengthen military relations and cooperation between Nepal and China.
- Lieutenant General Pradip Jung KC will serve as Acting Chief of Army Staff during Sigdel’s absence.
