Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal Participates in UN Mediation Group Meeting in New York

Summary

Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal took part in a ministerial breakfast meeting of the UN Mediation Group in New York during the 81st UN General Assembly. He said Nepal supports peaceful conflict resolution, dialogue, confidence-building and mediation.

Key Points
  • Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal attended the ministerial-level breakfast meeting of the United Nations Mediation Group in New York.
  • Ministers discussed mediation in conflict prevention, peaceful dispute resolution, and international peace and security.
  • Khanal said Nepal prioritizes peaceful resolution of conflict, dialogue, and mediation.
  • The group was established in 2010 and is co-chaired by Finland and Turkey.
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