NMA visit opens new avenues for Nepal-China mountain tourism
Summary
The Nepal Mountaineering Association has concluded a six-day visit to China to deepen cooperation on mountaineering, mountain tourism, rescue, safety and environmental protection. The trip included discussions on guide training, route development, peak surveys and disaster-mitigation infrastructure in Sichuan Province.
Key Points
- The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), led by President Fur Gelje Sherpa, completed a six-day visit to China under the China-Nepal Mountaineering and Outdoor Sports Exchange Programme.
- Nepal and China discussed cooperation in mountaineering, mountain tourism, outdoor sports, rescue, safety and environmental protection.
- The delegation visited Kangding, Hailuogou and the Gongga Peak region in Sichuan Province to study tourism and disaster-management infrastructure.
- Both sides explored collaboration on mountain guide training, route development, rescue operations and peak surveys.
