Foreign Minister Khanal Emphasizes Nepal's Strategic Role in Asia's Rising Century
Summary
Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal says Nepal should leverage its strategic location to become Asia’s economic, digital and strategic bridge. He also calls climate change a strategic priority and urges stronger regional and international cooperation on early warning systems, finance and connectivity.
Key Points
- Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal said Nepal’s geographic position should be turned into an opportunity rather than treated as a limitation.
- He described recent floods as a “Himalayan tsunami” and said climate change must become a strategic priority in Nepal’s foreign policy.
- Khanal highlighted Nepal’s role in regional connectivity, hydropower exports and trans-Himalayan infrastructure links.
- He urged deeper cooperation with China, neighboring countries and global partners for Nepal’s development.
