Nepal, India to pursue diplomatic ties in new way: Minister Wagle
Summary
Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle returned home after a three-day official visit to India, where he held talks on expanding political, economic and diplomatic cooperation between the two countries. Nepal also sought further Indian support for rescue, relief and reconstruction after the Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa.
Key Points
- Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle returned from a three-day official visit to India leading a six-member delegation.
- He discussed new ways to advance political, economic and diplomatic cooperation with senior Indian officials, including Nirmala Sitharaman and S. Jaishankar.
- Nepal thanked India for rescue and relief support after the Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa and sought further cooperation for reconstruction.
- Wagle also attended diplomatic, business, and academic events in New Delhi, including a Constitution Day programme at the Nepali embassy.
