CoAS Sigdel leaves for China
Summary
Chief of the Army Staff Ashok Raj Sigdel has left for China on an official visit to attend the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum. The Nepal Army says the trip is aimed at expanding military relations with China and supporting Nepal’s foreign policy through military diplomacy.
Key Points
- General Ashok Raj Sigdel departed for Beijing on Sunday morning for an official visit.
- He will attend the 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum and return to Kathmandu on September 19.
- The Nepal Army says the visit will help expand military relations between Nepal and China.
- Lieutenant General Pradeep Jung KC is serving as acting chief of the army staff during Sigdel’s absence.
