Nepal, India discuss connectivity, trade and energy as foreign secretary talks conclude
Summary
Nepal and India have discussed expanding cross-border connectivity, trade and energy cooperation during foreign secretary-level talks in Kathmandu. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri also met senior Nepali ministers to review preparations for future high-level bilateral engagements.
Key Points
- Nepal and India held foreign secretary-level talks in Kathmandu focused on connectivity, trade, energy and development cooperation.
- The talks covered air, rail, road and bridge links, along with measures to facilitate bilateral trade and make development cooperation more effective.
- Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal, Finance Minister Dr Swarnim Wagle and other senior Nepali ministers during the visit.
- Misri is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Balendra Shah before returning to New Delhi.
