Japan pledges continued support to Nepal’s flood recovery efforts
Summary
Japan has pledged continued support for Nepal’s flood recovery, from emergency response through medium- and long-term rehabilitation. The two countries also highlighted the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations during a meeting in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
Key Points
- Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal met Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi in New York during the 81st UN General Assembly session.
- Motegi expressed condolences over Nepal’s recent flood losses and pledged Japan’s continued support from emergency response to long-term recovery.
- The ministers discussed the 70th anniversary of Nepal-Japan diplomatic relations and the upcoming Nepal-Japan Festival in November.
- Motegi said Japan would continue supporting Nepal’s development efforts under the government led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah.
