FM Khanal discusses UN peacekeeping with Deputy Secretary-General Khare
Summary
Foreign Affairs Minister Shisir Khanal met UN Deputy Secretary-General Atul Khare in New York and discussed Nepal’s contribution to UN peacekeeping. The two also talked about cooperation between Nepal and the UN and ways to improve support for Nepali peacekeepers.
Key Points
- Shisir Khanal met Atul Khare on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly in New York.
- They discussed Nepal-UN cooperation and Nepal’s long-standing role in UN peacekeeping.
- Khanal said Nepal will continue deploying military and security personnel to peacekeeping missions.
- The meeting also covered operational challenges faced by Nepali peacekeepers and how missions can be made more effective.
