US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Bouldin calls on Foreign Minister Khanal
Summary
US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Megan Bouldin met Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal in Kathmandu to discuss bilateral issues after his recent trip to the United States. The United States highlighted more than $36 million in flood response assistance and urged swift passage of trafficking-in-persons legislation.
Key Points
- US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Megan Bouldin paid a courtesy call on Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal in Kathmandu.
- They discussed bilateral issues following Khanal’s trip to the United States.
- The United States is providing more than $36 million in assistance as the leading donor to Nepal’s flood response.
- Bouldin urged swift passage of trafficking-in-persons legislation and progress on recommendations to reduce human trafficking risks after the disaster.
