Nepal-Russia Bilateral Consultation begins today
Summary
Nepal and Russia are holding the third Bilateral Consultation Mechanism meeting in Kathmandu today to review ties and discuss cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, education, culture and technical assistance. Russia has also offered condolences over Nepal’s recent floods and announced 52 scholarships for Nepali students.
Key Points
- The third meeting of the Nepal-Russia Bilateral Consultation Mechanism is underway in Kathmandu on the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
- Foreign Secretary Amrit Bahadur Rai leads the Nepali delegation, while Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko heads the Russian side.
- The two countries will discuss expanding cooperation in trade, investment, tourism, education, culture and technical assistance, along with regional and international issues.
- Rudenko expressed condolences over Nepal’s flood losses, said Russia could provide assistance, and announced 52 scholarships for Nepali students.
